• Job Description

  Req#: 40349
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  The University of Iowa Medical Center Downtown Campus Hospital is seeking a Clinical Dietitian I or Clinical Dietitian II to use Nutrition Care Process to assess, evaluate, and provide Medical Nutrition Therapy and nutrition counseling for patients in program areas as assigned at our Downtown Campus..
  University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Downtown (located at 500 E. Market Street, Iowa City, IA) is a 194-bed hospital that became part of Iowa’s only comprehensive academic health system on Jan. 31, 2024.
  Other Duties:
  • Provides quality patient care including nutrition screening, evaluation, assessment, treatment, and documentation of patient care plan appropriate for complex patients.
  • Assesses nutritional status and provides nutrition counseling on appropriate diet.
  • Participates as active member of departmental/hospital committees concerning problems affecting patients’ food habits and needs.
  • Participates in health team rounds and short-term projects.
  • Participates as a preceptor for the Master of Clinical Nutrition students - educates students with on-the-job training, evaluates students, provides students with necessary support and assistance to ensure work is completed.
  • Educates/trains new personnel as assigned and acts as a mentor to new personnel.
  • Seeks opportunities to enhance one’s own professional knowledge, skills, and development including research for publication/presentation, lead monthly CEU program for dietitian staff, obtain advanced credentialing, serve as a clinical resource to peers.
  • Conduct group education sessions for the outpatient Cardiac Rehab population.
  • Maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students and the public.
  The University of Iowa Healthcare Medical Center Downtown intends to hire one positions at either the Clinical Dietitian I classification or Clinical Dietitian II classification, based on the qualifications of the successful candidate. Please indicate in your cover letter the position you wish to be considered for or indicate both.
  Percent of Time: 50%
  Pay Grade: Clinical Dietitian II - 07 Clinical Dietitian I - 05 https://hr.uiowa.edu/pay/pay-plans/seiu-pay-plan
  Location: 500 E. Market Street, Iowa City, IA
  Benefits Highlights:
  • Regular salaried position located in Iowa City, Iowa
  • Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans
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  Minimum Eligibility Requirements
  • Master’s Degree in Food and Nutrition or Dietetics or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Excellent written and verbal communication
  • Competency of patient care in adult and geriatric populations across a wide range of medical conditions in the inpatient and outpatient setting
  • Experience in making enteral and parenteral recommendations and selecting appropriate formulas
  • Must demonstrate experience working effectively in a diverse environment
  Certifications (Clinical Dietitian I and Clinical Dietitian II)
  • Registration by the Commission on Dietetic Registration is required
  • Licensure by the State of Iowa is required
  Application Process: In order to be considered, applicants must upload a resume and cover letter (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position.
  Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check.
  
  Additional questions, please reach out to emilio-villagrana@uiowa.edu
  Applicant Resource Center –
  Need help submitting an application or accepting an offer? Support is available!
  Our Applicant Resource Center is now open in the Fountain Lobby at the Main Hospital.
  Hours: Monday - Friday 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
  Or by appointment
  Contact TAHealthCareSupport@healthcare.uiowa.edu to schedule a time to visit.
  Additional Information
  • Classification Title: Dietitian II
  • Appointment Type: SEIU
  • Schedule: Part-time
  • Work Modality Options: On Campus
  Compensation
  • Pay Level: 07
  Contact Information
  • Organization: Healthcare
  • Contact Name: Emilio Villagrana
  • Contact Email: emilio-villagrana@uiowa.edu
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

• About the company

  The University of Iowa is a public research university in Iowa City, Iowa.

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