Purpose:

　　To provide a high level of nutrition-related expertise in the interdisciplinary team management of all hospitalized patients.

　　This position will have concentration on Thoracic surgery patients; collaborating regularly with the care team.

　　Working Hours: 40 hours per week with flexible start time, rotating weekends and holidays

　　Job title and salary will be based upon qualifications and career ladder requirements.

　　Responsibilities:

　　As required, knowledgeable about outpatient billing guidelines and performs necessary documentation to ensure compliance of client charges with regulatory requirements.

　　Provide in-servicing or CEU opportunities to the multidisciplinary team at the department or facility level.

　　Formulate a Nutrition Diagnosis and identify Malnutrition through application of Nutrition Focused Physical Assessment and the nationally established criteria for identification of malnutrition.

　　Appropriate execution of order writing as governed by the Dietitian Delegation Order system protocol.

　　Provide appropriate nutritional education and counseling based upon patient/family learning needs and abilities.

　　Demonstrate effective communication methods as a collaborative member of the interdisciplinary care team.

　　Mentor and train dietetic students, interns and support personnel and provide feedback for student and program improvement.

　　Provide timely interventions as determined by Nutrition Risk level and the Plan of Care.

　　Provide quality patient care to diverse patient populations using Medical Nutrition Therapy to include assessment, goals and plan of care.

　　Lead one department initiative annually with the ability to actively endorse evidence-based practice.

　　Accountable as nutrition liaison/expert to assigned units & participate as a member of interdisciplinary committees, responding to needs and initiatives for nutrition care process improvement.

　　As required, demonstrate professional writing skills adaptable to all health literacy levels in preparing materials, presentations and other communications

　　Bachelor's degree in Nutrition and Dietetics degree with 2 years clinical nutrition experience as a registered dietitian OR

　　Masters in Nutrition and Dietetics with 1-year clinical nutrition experience as a registered dietitian required.

　　Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

　　Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN)

　　Registered Dietitian (RD)

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　　UPMC Provides a comprehensive benefits package, with a focus on physical, mental, and financial health.

　　Additional Benefits include:

　　Reimbursement of CDR and State Licensure renewal fees.

　　Position qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Please see https://studentaid.gov/pslf/ for additional information regarding qualifications.

　　Paid conference days.

　　Tuition Assistance.

　　Reimbursement of specialty certification exam fees upon passing.

　　Competitive PTO accrual.

　　COVID-19 Vaccine Information: Individuals hired into certain roles must comply with UPMC’s COVID vaccination requirements upon beginning employment. Learn more here. (https://mycareer.upmc.com/covid-19-vaccination-information-for-upmc-careers/)

　　UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran