Clinical Dietitian II - Endocrinology - Switch4 LLC
Philadelphia, PA 19134
About the Job
Location: Philadelphia, PA
Job Type: FTE/Permanent
Required Licenses & Certifications :
Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credentialed. Pennsylvania State Licensure (LDN) must be obtained within 90 days of hire. Advanced degree or specialty certification required (CSP, CNSC, CDE, CLC, CSO, IBCLC) or obtained within 12 months of hire as approved by Director, Clinical Nutrition. Credentials, PDP and licensure must be maintained.
Training & Education:
Bachelor's degree in Nutrition, Registered Dietitian (RD) credentialed from the Committee on Dietetic Registration (CDR), Licensure in the state of Pennsylvania (LDN).
Experience:
Two years related experience required as a Clinical Registered Dietitian with pediatric clinical experience preferred.
Skills & Abilities:
Ability to work with various members of multidisciplinary teams as well as with other employees throughout the organization. Strong knowledge and application of medical nutrition therapy principles as they relate to the pediatric oncology. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing to patients and families, medical staff and physicians. Ability to function independently and demonstrate effective time management. Ability to counsel and educate others. Strong knowledge in the scientific rationale and application of oral nutrition supplements, infant and pediatric formulas, enteral nutrition support, intravenous feedings and feeding modules (carbohydrate, protein, fat, vitamins and minerals). General knowledge of Word Microsoft Office, Power Point, Excel, EMR.