Clinical Dietitians

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES

• To serve as a model of excellence in nutrition knowledge and diabetes care. Communicates regularly with the diabetes health care team and others to facilitate collaborative planning for the treatment and follow-up of patients with nutrition related disorders including diabetes.
• Collaborates with community partners and the health care team in identifying educational and medical needs of people with diabetes and other nutrition related conditions.
• Ensures that clients receive appropriate referrals for the continuing care and prevention of long-term complications associated with diabetes.
• Participates in outreach programs and activities including support groups, screenings, training programs and the development of educational material.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• A Bachelor's degree in nutrition or related field is required, plus completion of either an American Dietetic Association (ADA)-approved dietetic internship or a program in hospital dietetics approved by the ADA.
• Must be a Registered Dietitian.
• Three years of related experience as a clinical dietitian is preferred.
• Bilingual capabilities (English/Spanish) preferred.

LICENSURE

Must possess a current license from the Texas State Board of Examiners of Dietitians

Please send resumes to Georgette.Garcia@uhtx.com

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