Dietitian 1

Job Description

Husky Health Center at the University of Washington has an excellent opportunity for a Registered Dietitian to join our growing clinical staff. 

About this Opportunity:

Reporting to the Medical Director, this position will work closely with clinicians and campus partners to help educate students about nutritional health and provide dietary counseling to patients with a broad spectrum of medical needs.

This is 100% FTE, 10-12-month onsite position

Salary Range - $5,760 - $8,241 per month

Key Responsibilities:

Patient Care 70%

• Assess patient nutritional and health needs, provide dietary counseling and prescribe or modify therapeutic diets to address dietary issues and support healthy eating habits

• Make nutrition plan recommendations for patients with nutritional issues such as eating disorders, diabetes, hyperlipidemia, PMOS, RED-S, Health At Every Size, family risk factors, etc

• Serve as a nutrition consultant for other members of the health care team

• Work closely with medical providers and appropriately seek consultation to develop nutritional recommendations for patients

• Recommend to medical staff medication use or dosage to optimize nutritional therapy and address food and drug interactions for designated medications

• Review patient records as needed to assess dietary compliance with patient nutritional needs 

Education, Administration, and Other Duties 30%

• Work with Husky Health marketing and communications and campus partners to develop activities, communications, and outreach strategies that engage and educate UW students about nutrition

• Provide individual and group education about nutrition to optimize health and wellness and disease prevention

• Implement and monitor state, federal, local and AAAHC standards regarding nutritional services

• Develop, organize, implement and evaluate nutrition education for patients while considering their budgets, tastes, cultural norms, and health conditions

• Develop and provide continuing education on nutrition topics to provider colleagues

• Maintain knowledge and practice of the latest nutritional research

• Serve as a member of interdisciplinary teams and participate in educational and quality improvement processes 

Required Qualifications

To be considered for this opportunity your application must demonstrate you meet both the minimum qualifications and additional qualifications listed below. Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.

Minimum Qualifications

• One year’s experience working as a Registered Dietitian

• Bachelor's degree involving major study in food and nutrition or dietetics

• Applicants who do not meet these qualifications WILL NOT be forwarded to the Hiring Manager.

Additional Qualifications:

• Registration as a Dietitian by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, or eligibility for registration at the time of hire and passage of the registration examination within one year of date of hire

• Knowledge of technical principles, theory, and practice of nutrition care

• Skills in the design of therapeutic menus and diet planning, medical nutrition therapy and instruction for special diets and food cost control

Desired Qualifications:

• 3 years’ experience working as a Registered Dietitian

• Ability to work with a health care team and a diverse student and patient population

• Knowledge and understanding of Health At Every Size and Intuitive Eating principles

Typical Working Conditions:

Husky Health staff members are considered essential employees and are expected to report to work during UW closures for severe weather, natural disasters, or other emergency conditions.

Work hours:  Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Work location: Seattle Campus 

Telecommute: This is a 100% onsite position

About Husky Health:

Husky Health Center, on the UW Seattle Campus in the Division of Student Life, is an AAAHC-accredited outpatient facility providing high quality health care to a primarily young adult population. As a student-focused clinical unit within the Division of Student Life, we are committed to supporting the health, well-being, and success of UW’s student population. We provide comprehensive, full-spectrum primary and preventive care in over 40,000 patient encounters annually. Our services include Primary and Same Day Care, Physical Therapy, Sports Medicine, OB/GYN and Travel Medicine. We are co-located with an on-site pharmacy and a branch of the UW Medicine Laboratory, and we work collaboratively with campus partners like the UW Counseling Center and Student Life’s health promotion and prevention services to provide holistic support that helps students thrive throughout their Husky experience.

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$70,500.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum:

$100,872.00 annual

Other Compensation:

-

Benefits:

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

Not Applicable

About the UW 

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.  

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. 

Our Commitment 

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [email protected]. 

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.