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Clinical Dietitian, Cardiac Rehab

PRN/OCC, Variable Hours , Day Shift

Parkwest Overview:

Headquartered in Knoxville, Covenant Health is a community-owned integrated healthcare delivery system and the area’s largest employer.

Parkwest is Covenant Health’s and West Knoxville’s premier medical facility and a top-performing heart hospital, offering our patients world-class treatment with all the convenience and warmth of home.

In addition to providing the area’s leading cardiac services, Parkwest has been nationally recognized for award-winning care throughout our facility. For 2020-21, Parkwest received recognition from U.S. News & World Report (https://health.usnews.com/best-hospitals/area/tn/parkwest-medical-center-6520530) as one of the “Top 10” hospitals in Tennessee.

Knoxville located in East Tennessee is the third largest in the state, well-known for its proximity to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and is the home of the University of Tennessee. Go Vols! Living in Knoxville means experiencing all four seasons . Best of all, each of them is pretty mild!

Combine all that with the abundant natural beauty of the surrounding mountains, and you have a city that truly offers something for everyone. Knoxville has a vibrant arts culture, seasonal festivals, top-notch foodie and incredible outdoor recreation. It’s a perfect blend of big-city amenities and Southern charm.

Position Summary:

Assesses individual diet habits, counsels on diet modifications, and provides nutritional education to referred patients with chronic diseases.

Recruiter: Jason Shubert if you have any questions 865-374-5393, [email protected]

Responsibilities

+ Documents all relevant aspects of nutritional care for patients in accordance with departmental standards.

+ Performs nutritional assessments as determined.

+ Attends health care team meetings regularly to discuss patient care needs.

+ Educates patients on long term nutritional care through individual counseling, group classes and community speaking engagements.

+ Updates nutrition education materials and lesson plans on a regular basis.

+ Serves as an educational resource to nursing and medical personnel.

+ Assists with care and maintenance of department equipment and supplies.

+ Maintains department records, reports and files as required.

+ Follows policies, procedures, and safety standards. Completes required education assignments annually. Works toward achieving goals and objectives, and participates in quality improvement initiatives as requested.

+ Perform other duties as assigned or requested.

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

None specified; however, must be sufficient to meet the standards for achievement of the below indicated license and/or certification as required by the issuing authority.

Minimum Experience:

One (1) year ADA approved experience or MS Nutrition plus six (6) months ADA approved experience

Licensure Requirement:

Must hold current registration from the Commission on Dietetic Registration, the credentialing agency for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Must hold a current license from the State of Tennessee Division of Health Related Boards.

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Job Title CLIN DIETITIAN

ID 4013684

Facility Parkwest Medical Center

Department Name CARDIAC REHAB