Description

The Department of Medicine at UCLA is seeking a skilled Dietitian II to join our team. Responsibilities include assessing the nutritional status of patients with digestive disorders, devising personalized meal plans, and providing ongoing support. You will also educate patients on general nutrition, weight management, and other relevant topics as needed. This role may involve conducting one-on-one consultations, TeleHealth visits, group sessions, and participating in support groups. Occasional travel to other UCLA sites may be required for patient care or collaboration with medical professionals. The ideal candidate will proactively interpret current nutrition guidelines for physicians and staff, collaborate with community organizations, and possess at least 2 years of experience in managing digestive disorders. Annual rate: $78,989-$104,170

Qualifications

Required: * Must possess equivalent of a Master's degree in Nutrition or Public Health, have completed an A.N.D. internship and be a certified registered dietician. * Able to set priorities, to recognize emergency situations and to take appropriate action. * Demonstrated ability to work independently with physician(s) and nurses and follow through with all assignments. * Demonstrated comprehensive knowledge of Celiac Disease, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Irritable Bowel Syndrome and other digestive diseases. * Demonstrated in-depth knowledge and expertise in current concepts of medical nutritional management and practices in Celiac Disease, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Irritable Bowel Syndrome and other digestive disorders * Demonstrated experience in interviewing patients and participants of all age groups, in nutritional data collection and assessments, and in developing and working with patients with digestive disorders. * Demonstrated experience in individual and group nutritional counseling and education. Strong skills in assessing, designing, implementing, and evaluating the nutritional and educational needs of participants. * Demonstrated skill to communicate effectively with patients, families, physicians, nursing staff, front office, and department personnel, both orally and in writing. * Demonstrated ability to interact in a professional manner with a diverse patient population and with difficult situations presented by this diversity. * Demonstrated ability to maintain patient confidentiality. * Demonstrated ability to maintain medical charts and documentation. Preferred: * Have knowledge and 2+ years prior experience with digestive disorders preferred. * Demonstrated ability to organize and maintain efficient client flow in daily schedule