Dietitian

Job DetailsJob Location: Copperwood Health Center - Glendale, AZ 85304Position Type: Full TimeJob Category: Health CareNeighborhood Outreach Access to Health (NOAH) is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) that offers comprehensive, integrated, and affordable healthcare services to people in need.

We serve over 40,000 neighbors with a variety of services, including medical, dental, behavioral health, nutrition, preventive health, eligibility assistance, and health education programs.

At NOAH, we are dedicated to promoting the overall wellness of our employees by fostering a supportive and balanced work environment. We understand the importance of physical, mental, and emotional well-being, and we strive to create a workplace where our team members can thrive both personally and professionally.

Join us in making a difference in our community while enjoying a fulfilling and rewarding career. Duties/Responsibilities: Completes nutritional assessment using established evidence-based, diagnosis-related nutrition care guidelines.

Reviews integrated nutrition screening reports and accurately identifies patients at nutritional risk in both pediatric and adult populations. Evaluates patient outcome and progress toward achieving nutrition goals. Revises intervention and/or education plan.

Serves as nutrition specialist and resource to physicians, NOAH departments, allied health professionals, and accredited nutrition programs. Prepares written outcome-oriented documentation for the patient’s medical record on all consultation in accordance with evidence-based practice guidelines.

Researches, develops, and implements patient nutrition care protocols and educational materials, based on evidence-based practice in cooperation with the clinical staff. Participates in performance integration and improvement of patient care processes and department or system process improvement initiatives.

Adheres to policies and procedures for all nutrition education services and programs. Attends, participates, and/or assists in meetings, trainings, community outreach activities, continuing education opportunities, and other activities as required. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Skills/Knowledge/Abilities: Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions. Ability to exercise confidentiality, discretion, and good judgment. Ability to utilize motivational interviewing skills.

Ability to work independently and reliably. Capable of learning new EMR system. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to speak English; Spanish preferred. Education and Experience: Required: Bachelor's degree in nutrition or a closely related field.

Current Registered Dietitian by the Commission of Dietetic Registration (CDR). 1 years of relevant work experience Preferred: Master’s degree. 3 years of relevant work experience Other Requirements: New Hires are required to pass pre-employment background check and drug testing (effective 11/1/2022).

Current Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card or must pass fingerprint clearance within 7 days following hire. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.