Reg Dietitian Consultant/Amb/UKHC in Lexington, Kentucky at University of Kentucky

1 yr

Registered Dietitian

Requires frequent standing, walking, lifting of objects up to 25 lbs, and sitting at desk with frequent phone and computer use.

Monday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm

The division of Pediatric High BMI seeks a Registered Dietitian Senior to provide clinical support services. This position will provide complex nutritional care for outpatient Pediatric High BMI patients.

The ideal candidate will be able to integrate current practice guidelines, make clinical judgements and dietary recommendations. This position will assist division duties within scope that may be assigned by providers, clinical staff, or supervisor. This position will provide direct patient care.

The ideal candidate will be able to integrate current practice guidelines, make clinical judgements and dietary recommendations. Direct patient care and critical thinking skills; basic computer navigation skills, and working knowledge of the internet; ability to communicate with patient families and provider/peer team. Electronic health record knowledge or familiarity of similar system.

Registered Dietitian

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