Registered Dietitian - Research

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The University of Miami/UHealth Department of SCCC has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Clinical Dietitian - Research to work at the UHealth medical campus in Miami, Fl.

CORE JOB SUMMARY                                                                                                                                    

The Research Clinical Dietitian 1 – Specialty (H) provides nutrition care with greater than 70% of time spent in specialty service as warranted by the facility.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS                                                                                                         

Assesses the nutritional needs of patients and develops and implements nutritional care plans. Documents the nutritional status and needs of hospitalized patients using established standards of care and practice guidelines. Communicates with physicians and other healthcare professionals to coordinate medical and nutritional needs of patients. Initiates and follows patients for nutrient intake analysis and makes recommendations for continuance progression or initiation of alternate therapies. Writes orders for diet, supplement, enteral/parenteral nutrition and laboratory data per hospital policy. Provides counseling and education to patients and their families regarding various topics in medical nutrition therapy and drug nutrient interaction. Ensures regulatory compliance including federal, state and accrediting agencies. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS                                                                                                         

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Certification and Licensing:

Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) certification from a recognized accrediting body. Registered Dietitian (RD or RDN), licensed in Florida. Preferred oncology certification by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

Experience:

Minimum 3 years of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
• Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with professional composure.
• Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions.
• Commitment to the University’s core values.

DEPT SPECIFICS SUMMARY                                                                                                                                    

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Research Dietitian to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will play a crucial role in advancing our understanding of the intricate relationship between nutrition and cancer. The successful candidate will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, contribute to cutting-edge research projects, and make a meaningful impact on improving the lives of cancer patients through evidence-based dietary interventions for the diverse catchment area Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center serves.

DEPT SPECIFICS JOB FUNCTIONS                                                                                                          

• Collaborate with members of the research and healthcare teams to design and implement research studies focusing on the effects of diet on cancer care across the continuum from prevention to treatment, and into survivorship.
• Recruit and screen study participants, ensuring compliance with ethical guidelines and informed consent protocols.
• Conduct thorough nutritional assessments and provide personalized dietary interventions for research participants.
• Contribute to the development and management of dietary interventions, coordinating closely with participants to monitor adherence and collecting r