Clinical Dietitian - Ambulatory

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Clinical Dietitian - Ambulatory','213047','Clinical Nutrition Services','Washington-Seattle','Days','On Call/Per Diem','On Call/Per Diem','0800-1630','0800-1630','varies- on call/per diem','varies- on call/per diem','','','!*!

Located in Seattle, WA, Virginia Mason is an internationally recognized leader in the continuous improvement of health care. With an extensive list of awards and distinctions that includes our recognition as Top Hospital of the Decade by The Leapfrog Group, Virginia Mason offers you the opportunity to partner with exceptionally talented peers at every level.

You will contribute to the strength of our Team Medicine approach to collaborative medicine and benefit from the changes enacted through our Virginia Mason Production System, a model that has transformed health care by providing patients with easier access to care, reducing errors, and continuously innovating patient safety and quality that has been adopted by other organizations here and abroad. Join us, and find out how many ways Virginia Mason offers you the chance to focus on what really matters - our patients.

This position establishes the standards and methodologies of medical nutrition therapy for patients and staff and delivers direct patient care.','!*!

Bachelor's degree and Registered Dietitian status (RD / RDN) from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Commission on Dietetic Registration

Washington State Certification

Specialty board certifications as needed per area & assignment

Working knowledge of anatomy, physiology, chemistry, biochemistry, pharmacology, and behavioral sciences

An understanding of therapeutic nutrition

A working knowledge of safety and sanitation practices for food science

Counseling skills, the ability to negotiate, work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary environment and strong math skills.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Excellent problem solving skills

A Master's Degree is preferred. Two years of experience in an acute care hospital; OR an advanced degree plus one year of acute care experience and one year of outpatient experience are also preferred.  

Just as Virginia Mason is dedicated to improving the lives of our patients and our community, we are equally dedicated to your professional and personal success. With a wide range of perks that includes comprehensive compensation and benefits, continuing education and support, and the opportunity to live in one of the country’s most livable cities, you will find that an opportunity with Team Medicine is one worth taking.

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. ','Clinical Dietitian - Ambulatory

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Virginia Mason Medical Center
Website : http://www.virginiamason.org