Overview

　　Dialysis Clinic, Inc. is recruiting top talent interested in supporting our nonprofit mission to prioritize individualized care for patients facing chronic kidney disease. Our mission states “the care of the patient is our reason for existence,” and our dedicated team embodies our sole purpose during every patient interaction. We seek motivated, compassionate individuals to provide top-notch patient care. DCI offers paid training, competitive pay, weekends off, outstanding benefits and a positive, mission-driven culture. Join DCI today to build relationships and gain fulfillment in our comfortable clinical setting with a lower caregiver-to-patient ratio than other providers.

　　The Registered Dietitian is an integral part of the interdisciplinary team, using nutrition education to help improve quality of life for our patients. RDs are responsible for assessing, monitoring and educating patients and their families on the importance of diet and nutrition in managing chronic kidney disease.

　　Schedule: Fulltime Monday through Friday, weekends off

　　Benefits:

　　Training, support and mentorship opportunities provided by clinic and corporate teams for individuals new to renal care

　　Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits

　　Life and long-term care insurance provided at no additional expense to employee

　　Paid time off (PTO) including holidays

　　Extended Sick Bank (ESB) in addition to PTO – paid time for doctor appointments, sickness or medical leave

　　Retirement plans with $.50 of each contributed dollar matched for eligible employees, up to 8 percent

　　Education financial support

　　Employee assistance program

　　Wellness program

　　Among others

　　Responsibilities

　　What You Can Expect:

　　Assist patients with making diet and nutrition choices that improve their quality of life

　　Complete comprehensive nutrition assessment for all new and at-risk patients

　　Collaborate with interdisciplinary team and patient to develop and implement individualized care plans based on nutritional assessment; review monthly and document progress toward established goals

　　Identify specific interventions necessary to meet nutritional needs based on evidence-based guidelines, best practices and current research

　　Educate patient and family/caregiver about renal diet and fluid management

　　Monitor monthly laboratory results and weight changes, make recommendations to meet established goals

　　Utilize a patient-centered care approach, respecting and responding to individual and cultural preferences while encouraging engagement

　　Participate in Quality Assessment Performance Improvement process, documenting and attending meetings per clinic policy

　　Compile and create nutrition materials to promote adherence to renal diet guidelines

　　Communicate nutrition concerns with care team, including attending physicians

　　Share kidney disease and nutrition advances with care team as needed

　　Qualifications

　　Successful Candidates Bring:

　　Excellent communication skills

　　Demonstrated clinical proficiency

　　Desire to collaborate with care teams

　　Ability to problem solve

　　Education/Training:

　　Must be a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with Commission on Dietetic Registration

　　Minimum one year professional work experience in clinical nutrition as a registered dietitian (after successful completion of registration exam) required

　　Previous renal care experience preferred, not required

　　Job shadow opportunities available

　　DCI’s Differentiator:

　　Since opening the first clinic 50 years ago in Nashville, Tenn., our Dialysis Clinic, Inc. family has grown to be the nation’s largest nonprofit dialysis provider with more than 270 locations in 30 states, serving nearly 14,000 patients each day. DCI invests in our care teams and funds research to further kidney care and treatment options. DCI prioritizes a holistic approach and offers hemodialysis, home dialysis and peritoneal dialysis treatment options. We empower patients to live meaningful and productive lives while also delivering high quality kidney care, saving lives and reducing hospitalizations. Learn more about DCI and see if we’re hiring in a clinic near you!www.dciinc.jobs

　　DCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status.

　　DCI is a federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer-Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. If you are having difficulty using the online application system or would like to request other accommodations or application methods, please contact Doug Patterson at [email protected] or 615-327-3061. Once a request has been made, DCI will initiate a discussion with you about your needs and whether an accommodation can be provided. DCI is committed to providing such accommodations where possible.

　　For more information about equal opportunity please see:

　　https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf;

　　https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_Final_JRF_QA_508c.pdf;

　　https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_formattedESQA508c.pdf; and

　　https://www.nlrb.gov/sites/default/files/attachments/basic-page/node-3788/employeerightsposter-8-5x11.pdf.

　　Security Roles and Responsibilities can be reviewed at:https://www.dciinc.org/security-roles

　　Job Location US-MA-Somerville

　　Posted Date 2 months ago (12/29/2023 5:18 PM)

　　ID 2023-17962

　　# of Openings 1

　　Address 643 Broadway

　　Category Registered Dietician