Clinical Inpatient Dietitian
- UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine
- Los Angeles, CA, USA
Job Description
Under the direction of the Clinical Nutrition Manager or Chief Clinical Dietitian, the Dietitian Senior is responsible for providing advanced medical nutrition therapy and care to patients with complex medical conditions in a large, fast-paced academic setting. Key responsibilities include performing comprehensive nutrition assessments and reassessments, developing individualized care plans, documenting in electronic health records, providing patient education, and implementing and monitoring nutrition interventions. This includes diagnosing malnutrition, conducting Nutrition-Focused Physical Exams (NFPE), managing therapeutic diets, nutrition education, and enteral/parenteral nutrition. Works with all ages, from patients in the NICU, to pediatrics, adult, and the geriatric patient population. Includes NPH. The Dietitian Senior works collaboratively with interdisciplinary healthcare teams, medical staff, ancillary staff, and food service personnel. The RD Senior also participates in department activities and meetings, including performance improvement initiatives. Completes one Senior Task (listed within JD).
May also do clinic.
• In good standing with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
• Strong knowledge of Medical Nutrition Therapy.
• Proficient in developing enteral (EN) and total parenteral nutrition (TPN) plans tailored to patient-specific clinical needs.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across clinical teams.
• Education: Master’s degree required for minimum 7 years of experience, or minimum 15 years of experience without a master’s degree.
A PASSION FOR IMPROVING LIVES
Advance your career and experience true inspiration as you collaborate with an exceptional team of top clinicians. As an allied health professional at UCLA Health, you’ll enjoy ongoing opportunities for learning and development so you can continually enhance your skills while positively impacting our world-class patient care. Within our inclusive and supportive culture, you’ll take on unique, high-acuity cases for one of the most vibrant and diverse communities in the world. It’s the chance to bring your best to a variety of highly challenging situations.
If you’re ready to live out your passion and advance your clinical career, we invite you to explore opportunities throughout our system of award-winning hospitals and more than 280 community-based clinics throughout Southern California. We have openings in these areas:
● Clinical Lab & Pathology
● Imaging
● Pharmacy
● Phlebotomy
● Rehab
● Respiratory Therapy
● Social Work
No matter where you serve with UCLA Health, the cultural, recreational, and lifestyle advantages of our Southern California locations will elevate your standard of living.