Perm - Dietitian - Hospital Days Coos Bay OR

To provide clinical nutrition support care and information to patients and staff of Bay Area Hospital.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Proficiently operates calculator computer PowerPoint telephone copy machine fax machine
• Able to read write legibly and converse in the English language
• Maintains regular consistent and punctual attendance at the assigned job location

• Able to stand walk bend squat reach and stretch frequently
• Possess physical agility and adequate reaction time to respond quickly and appropriately to unexpected patient care needs
• Needs adequate hearing and visual acuity including adequate color vision
• Requires fine motor skills adequate eyehand coordination and ability to grasp and handle objects
• Able to use proper body mechanics to assist patients in ambulating transferring in and out of bed chair or wheelchair
• May be required to lift up to 50 pounds
• Must use standard precautions due to threat of exposure to blood and bodily fluids
• Needs ability to communicate effectively through reading writing and speaking in person or on telephone
• May require periodic use of personal computer

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES/DEGREES

• Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in Food & Nutrition or Dietetics. Required
• Completion of approved coordinated undergraduate program dietetic internship or approved masters program with qualifying work experience Required
• Registered dietitian or eligible for registration must obtain registration within 1 year Required
• Licensed as a Dietitian in the State of Oregon Required
• Current Drivers License or obtain within 30 days Required
• Must have or be able to obtain an Oregon Food Handler Food Manager Certification or ServSafe Certification within 30 days of hire Required
• Member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Preferred
• Certified Diabetic Educator Required
• Certified Oncology Nutrition Specialist Required
• Certified Nutrition Support Specialist Required

EXPERIENCE

• One (1) year experience in clinical or community nutrition Preferred

• Oregon