Clinical Dietitian I or II, Limited Term

Coordinate nutrition care and provide medical nutrition therapy appropriate to the age-related needs of patients across the continuum of care at an expert level. Applies the knowledge and skill necessary to provide appropriate interactions with staff, patients and families of all ages. Lead program related projects and serve as a mentor to other staff. Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to advance evidence-based pediatric practice in Nutrition at Seattle Children's. Individuals assigned to Dialysis and Organ Transplant programs must be able to demonstrate competencies for Medicare regulations as related to End-State Renal Disease (ESRD) and Transplant Conditions of Participation.

  

Required Education and Experience

Clinical Dietitian II
Bachelor of Science in Nutrition or Clinical Dietetics.
At least three (3) years of pediatric experience in a hospital or clinic setting.

Clinical Dietitian I

Bachelor of Science in Nutrition or Clinical Dietetics.

At least one (1) year's experience in a hospital, clinic, or home-based clinical nutrition setting.

Required Credentials

Clinical Dietitian II
Registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (RD).
Certification with the State of Washington within 4 months of hire (DI).
For staff that work in schools (SPS position only), before starting employment, individuals are required to complete the fingerprinting process outlined by the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) and submit the report electronically to Human Resources.

Clinical Dietitian I

Registration through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (RD).

Certification with the State of Washington within 4 months of hire (DI).

Preferred

Clinical Dietitian II
Master's Degree in Nutrition, Clinical Dietetics, or Public Health with nutrition emphasis.
Certified Specialist in Pediatrics (CSP) or other specialty credential related to the position (e.g., Certified Nutrition Support Clinician, Certified Diabetes Educator, Certified Renal Dietitian).
Experience mentoring and/or providing in-service training for less experienced nutrition and/or clinical staff.

Clinical Dietitian I

Master's Degree in Nutrition, Clinical Dietetics, or Public Health with nutrition emphasis.

Prior pediatric experience.

Experience participating in departmental staff training/committees on nutrition-related topics/issues.

Compensation Range

$34.41 - $56.78 per hour

Salary Information

This compensation range was calculated based on full-time employment (2080 hours worked per calendar year). Offers are determined by multiple factors including equity, skills, experience, and expertise, and may vary within the range provided.

Disclaimer for Out of State Applicants

This compensation range is specific to Seattle, positions located outside of Seattle may be compensated differently depending on various factors.

Benefits Information

Seattle Children’s offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 403(b), life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.  Additional details on our benefits can be found on our website www.seattlechildrens.org/careers/benefits.

About Us

Hope. Care. Cure. These three simple words capture what we do at Seattle Children’s – to help every child live the healthiest and most fulfilling life possible.  Are you ready to engage with a mission-driven organization that is life-changing to many, and touches the hearts of all? #HOPECARECURE

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