Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (Bilingual Spanish/English)

Open Door Family Medical Center is seeking a full time or part time bilingual (Spanish/English) Registered Dietitian. Following the patient-centered medical home health care delivery model, the Registered Dietitian participates in a patient-focused, team-based approach to promote health and wellness among patients and staff. As part of the medical care team, the services provided by the Registered Dietitian aim to improve patient health outcomes and knowledge pertaining to nutrition. Primary responsibilities include medical nutrition therapy, nutrition education and nutrition counseling.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide 1:1 and group medical nutrition therapy, nutrition education and nutrition counseling in-person or virtually using voice or video technologies (note: the majority of services are provided in the 1:1 format)

• Implement the Nutrition Care Process as defined by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics’ Standards of Care (screening, assessment, diagnosis, intervention, monitoring/evaluation, documentation, outcomes management)

• Engage patients in the goal setting process and utilize Motivational Interviewing and other techniques to assist in goal achievement; develop nutrition care plans that are individualized as well as culturally and clinically appropriate

• Collaborate and communicate with other members of the health care team of each patient

• Provide appropriate evidence/research-based patient education materials when applicable, taking into consideration the patients’ learning style and health literacy

• Make referrals for medical, dental, behavioral health and other relevant services (e.g. care coordination, wellness, food access and other community resources)

• Collaborate with the wellness team on schedule management activities aimed at engaging and retaining patients in care

• Develop curriculum for, and deliver, medical nutrition therapy group visits, special population nutrition groups, and presentations

• Perform duties in accordance with established policies and procedures, objectives, quality improvement activities, safety, environmental and infection control standards

• Maintain electronic medical records in compliance with Open Door’s standards

• Maintain documentation in compliance with Joint Commission standards and applicable city, state, and federal laws

• Participates in staff development programs, educational activities, seminars, and training opportunities

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION

• Bachelor's degree with course work approved by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics' Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) required

• Registered Dietitian (RD)/Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) required

• Certification as a Certified Dietitian-Nutritionist (CDN) in New York State required

SKILLS

• Fluent in English and Spanish

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including excellent active listening skills

• Engaging, warm and caring personality

• Strong customer service, patient-centered orientation

• Empathetic and driven to assist patients

• Passionate about providing high quality care to low-income, under-served individuals and those lacking access to health care

• Able to function effectively as a member of an interdisciplinary team and committed to collaborative team-based care

• Able to navigate healthcare and community settings as well as patients’ natural settings (i.e. place of residence)

• Culturally competent/sensitive (racial, ethnic, linguistic, LGBTQ+, physical ability, etc.) and committed to inclusive, multi-cultural programming

• Comfortable providing direct patient care to patients of all ages with chronic medical and behavioral health needs

• Proficient computer use, including Microsoft Office applications

• Able to understand and follow detailed instructions

• Highly organized and self-directed, able to multi-task

• Flexible and exhibits the ability to adapt as situations evolve

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high accountability environment

• Effective in problem solving and exhibits excellent judgment and the ability to prioritize

EXPERIENCE

• At least one year experience

• Experience working in an outpatient community healthcare setting is preferred

• Experience with electronic medical records is preferred

REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to work some evening hours required

• Must have valid NYS driving license and daily access to a car

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Approximately 95% sitting

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Frequent contact with patients and employees

• Exposure to communicable diseases and other conditions common to a health center environment

• Requires adherence to Infection Control Standard Precautions