Job Summary: The Dietitian Specialist 1 completes nutritional assessments and reassessments and works collaboratively with the health care team to implement appropriate interventional strategies to improve the nutritional outcome of patients, providing nutrition education to patients and family members, working in partnership with dietetic technicians, and acting as a clinical preceptor to dietetic students and/or other health care team members. Performs other duties as needed.

Education and Experience: Bachelors Degree or Masters degree in Nutrition and Dietetics or Nutrition-related field required.

Knowledge and Skills: Entry level knowledge base with emphasis in clinical nutrition. Handling/gripping, speed movements, fine dexterity, writing and speaking skills necessary for the job. Able to: read; write legibly; speak in English (and Spanish preferred) with professional quality; use computer and software programs necessary to the position; troubleshoot and calibrate office equipment. Able to relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others; be assertive and consistent in following and/or enforcing policies; work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure; lead, supervise, teach, and collaborate; accept direction. Able to communicate effectively in English in person, in writing, and on the telephone; think critically; work independently with minimal supervision; perform basic math functions; manage multiple assignments effectively; work well under pressure; problem solve; organize and prioritize workload; recall information with accuracy; pay close attention to detail. Able to distinguish colors and smells as necessary for patient care; hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone; identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the work place/patient care; see adequately to read computer screens, medical records, and written documents necessary to position.

Licensures and Certifications: Certification from Commission on Dietetic registration (RD or RDN) required.