Dietician / Nutritionist job vacancy in Vista Community Clinic – Jobs in Vista, CA 92084

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Job Details
Company Name : Vista Community Clinic
Company Location : Vista, CA 92084
Job Position : Dietician / Nutritionist
Job Category : Jobs in Vista, CA 92084

Job Description :
Overview
Vista Community Clinic is a private, non-profit, multi-specialty outpatient clinic providing care in a comprehensive, high quality setting. Located in San Diego, Orange and Riverside counties, we work to advance community health and hope by providing access to premier health services. We are looking for dedicated, motivated, enthusiastic team players who want to make a difference in the community. Our competitive compensation and benefits program includes health, dental, vision, company-paid life, flexible spending accounts and a 403(B) plan, for eligible employees. VCC is an equal opportunity employer.
Responsibilities
While working with patients of different ages and health related issues addresses complex issues surrounding food and nutrition. Responsible for creating nutritional programs based on the individuals’ specific medical and health needs. Ensure the patients’ personal preferences are incorporated into a plan that will ultimately improve their overall health. Responsible for reinforcing the proposed plans through education of the patient and their families on how to properly follow the dietary guidelines. Provide follow up on patients’ nutritional progress, making adjustments to the dietary plan as needed. Provide professional advice on implementing and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
Conduct nutrition consultations
Advise patients on setting specific nutritional goals
Provide patients with educational facts on nutrition to improve their health
Evaluate patient lifestyle, nutritional and health needs
Establish short and long-term goals for each patient. including their preferences into the plan of care
Advise patients on healthy nutrition practices
Develop a thorough an cost-efficient meal plan that includes health foods and meets nutrition goals
Assist patients in customizing meal plans and grocery lists
Work with Diabetes Care Team to track patient progress. adjust meal plans as needed
Coordinate care with patient’s Primary Clinician
Serve as an expert in the use of food and nutrition to promote health and manage disease
Stay current with latest nutritional diets and trends
Organize educational materials/classes that include recipes and meal ideas
Ensure dietary guidelines are in sync with “Patient centered medical home” model
Work with patients to make changes in eating habits to help prevent chronic illnesses such as diabetes, heart disease, osteoporosis, kidney disease, high blood pressure and cancer.
Qualifications
Minimum
Bachelor’s degree in dietetics, food and nutrition, clinical nutrition, public health nutrition or a related field
Must be a Registered Dietician (RD) or Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS)
Minimum 6 months experience working with patients
Required Skills/Knowledge/Abilities
Organized and able to create multiple nutrition plans, budges and schedules
Excellent communication skills
Compassionate and sensitive to patients needs and concerns
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $33.50 – $38.50 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Wellness program
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Experience:
nutritional counseling: 3 years (Required)
Language:
Bilingual English/Spanish (Required)
License/Certification:
California driver’s license, current vehicle insurance (Required)
Work Location: One location