Dietitian, Per Diem

Nutrition – Inpatient Pediatrics

Per Diem

69646BR

Job Summary

The registered dietitian (RD) per diem, collaborates with the multidisciplinary team to provide general nutrition care that is integrated with overall goals of care for adult and/or pediatric patients at risk for nutrition problems in inpatient and outpatient settings. The RD in this classification works in inpatient or outpatient pediatric and adult settings to provide nutrition care for patients with a wide range of clinical problems.  Primary responsibilities include nutrition assessment, nutrition diagnosis, nutrition intervention, and evaluation of clinical outcomes; coordination of daily work for dietetic technician(s) (DTR) assigned to the area; participation in compliance, department projects, and quality performance improvement efforts; active involvement on interdisciplinary teams and committees; and contributions to the supervision of dietetic interns, and teaching assigned classes.  The RD maintains professional competence and continuing education per regulatory requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited university
• Successful completion of a didactic program in dietetics and supervised practice experience, approved or accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND). A majority of the clinical training must have taken place in a large teaching hospital.
• Registered Dietitian (RD) or eligible to sit for the RD registration examination and passes the exam within 6 months of completing the ACEND-accredited supervised practice program. An RD-eligible employee works under the direct supervision of an RD.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; to understand and be understood in English
• Ability to adapt to changes in work duties and hours and days of work, including work on weekends and holidays across multiple campuses
• Experience with using computers for daily tasks and communication
• Flexible and organized in problem-solving, utilizing resources, meeting deadlines, and setting and adjusting priorities without daily supervision.
• Motivated, resourceful and self-sufficient in routine work and improving clinical operations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree
• Majority of the work experience in a large teaching hospital
• Fluency in a second language

License/Certification

• Registered Dietitian (RD)at time of hire or within 6 months of hire

About UCSF

At UCSF Health, our mission of innovative patient care, advanced technology and pioneering research is redefining what’s possible for the patients we serve – a promise we share with the professionals who make up our team.

Consistently ranked among the top 10 hospitals nationwide by U.S. News & World Report – UCSF Health is committed to providing the most rewarding work experience while delivering the best care available anywhere. In an environment that allows for continuous learning and opportunities for professional growth, UCSF Health offers the ideal atmosphere in which to best use your skills and talents.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Job Code and Payroll Title

005421 DIETITIAN PD

Job Category

Support Services

Bargaining Unit

University Professional and Technical Employees – Health Care Professionals Unit (UPTE-HX)