Dietitian - Dietary Info Specialist

POSITION PURPOSE AND SUMMARY

To translate patient and food service data and processes into end-user programs and reports, according to established guidelines, under the immediate supervision of the Clinical Manager, Hospitality and Nutrition Services.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with a major in food and nutrition, in conjunction with the Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education approved program.
• Registered with the Commission on Dietetic Registration preferred, but will accept registry eligible.*
• Two years experience in dietetics and/or food service operations preferred.
• Certification with the State of Indiana or application for certification within one month of registration, as applicable.
• Advance degree preferred.
• Work involves a variety of problems in a general field; some of which are complex. Involves some independent judgment to decide what to do to assemble facts, determine variations from standard procedures, or plan other action to be taken to meet general objectives.
• Requires knowledge of a variety of computer applications.
• Previous computer experience preferred.
• Employees may be shared and travel within the health care system. If applicable, must provide proof of current driver’s license and current auto insurance.
• Requires frequent contacts with many persons at different levels inside the hospital and possession of interpersonal and communication skills to carry out hospital policies and programs and obtain willing acceptance, consent or action.
• Interacts with all members of the healthcare team, physicians, and families, in a professional manner on a daily basis.
• Requires general direction, while working from broad policies and on general objectives. Refers specific matters to supervisor when interpretation of hospital/department goals are necessary.

* Employee may take registration exam three times. If after third attempt the employee fails, they are terminated. Must be registered within one year of hire.