Registered Dietician

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Job ID: 73303

JOB POSTING

If you're looking for a role that balances impactful work with built-in time off in the summer, this opportunity is for you!

Student Health Services is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Dietitian to join our team! In this role, you will provide nutritional care to university students with specific health needs.

This is a 60% time (24 hours per week), partial-year career position with a 12-week unpaid summer work break and full benefits.

Positions with summer work breaks include regularly scheduled non-work periods during which the Dietitian remains an employee, retains health benefits, and is not actively working or receiving pay.

UC Santa Cruz is rated as one of the most beautiful campuses, located on the coast overlooking Monterey Bay. UC Santa Cruz employs over 3,100 people in staff positions alone and staff have access to comprehensive and generous benefits packages. Here is a sample of those benefits:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Care Insurance Plans
• UC Retirement Plan
• Group Term Life Insurance
• Legal Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• 13 Paid Holidays plus accrued vacation and sick leave
• Reduced fees for alternative methods of transportation
• Discount at UCSC recreation facilities
  
  For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the university visit:
  https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html
  
  Thank you for your interest in UC Santa Cruz.
  
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  The IRD for this job is:10-21-2024
  
  
  
  ABOUT UC SANTA CRUZ
  
  UC Santa Cruz is a public university like no other in California, combining the experience of a small, liberal arts college with the depth and rigor of a major research university. It's known as an unconventional place where innovation and experimentation is part of the campus's DNA. That playful, bold spirit still thrives today, all on a campus renowned as among the most beautiful in the world.
  
  DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW
  
  UC Santa Cruz (UCSC) Student Health Services (SHS) is a full-service medical facility offering clinical, educational, and psychological support to UCSC students. SHS is deeply committed to ensuring affordable, well-integrated, multidisciplinary healthcare that effectively supports the University's diverse campus communities through equitable access and culturally competent, high-quality programs and services. The Primary Care Program includes primary care and same-day care, with the support of on-site radiology, a COLA-accredited clinical laboratory, and a campus pharmacy. Other departments include Student Health Outreach and Promotion (SHOP), home of the Condom Co-op; CARE (Center for Advocacy, Resources & Empowerment) the advocacy and prevention education office that supports survivors of sexual assault, stalking, and dating/domestic violence; and Student Insurance Programs. Student Health Services employs approximately 150 staff including physicians, psychiatrists, case managers, lab scientists, pharmacists, nurses, radiologists, and many other clinical and administrative staff. Student Health Services welcomes staff with interest and experience in working with students with a wide range of ethnic, cultural, and gender identities. More information can be found at healthcenter.ucsc.edu.
  
  More information can be found at: https://healthcenter.ucsc.edu
  
  JOB SUMMARY
  
  Under the general supervision of the Associate Medical Director, the Dietitian is assigned programmatic responsibility for providing counseling regarding appropriate medical nutritional therapy to patients with eating disorders, diabetes mellitus, inflammatory bowel disease, food allergies and sensitivities, weight reduction, and special diets as well as other medical nutrition needs.
  
  APPOINTMENT INFORMATION
  
  Budgeted Salary: $75,764.50 - $90,366.25/annually at 60% = $3,788.22 - $4,518.31/monthly for 9 months. Salary commensurate with skills, qualifications and experience.
  Under California law, the University of California, Santa Cruz is required to post a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. The salary shown above is the budgeted amount the University reasonably expects to pay and the salary extended should not exceed this posted amount.
  
  Benefits Level Eligibility: Full benefits
  
  Schedule Information:
  
  • Part-time, Fixed
  • Percentage of Time: 60%, 24 Hours per Week
  • Days of the Week: Clinic is open M-F, Days of the week worked to be discussed at interview
  • Shift Includes: Day
  
  Employee Classification: Partial-Year Career appointment
  
  Job End Date: None
  
  Work Location: UC Santa Cruz Main Campus
  
  Union Representation: HX
  
  Job Code Classification: DIETITIAN 1 EX (007886)
  
  Travel: Never or Rarely
  
  JOB DUTIES
  
  85% - Clinical Care
  
  Provides medical nutritional therapy via direct primary care appointments with individual patients and documents visits in the electronic medical record (EMR).
  
  Collaborates with patients to create nutrition plans, evaluate patient resources and capabilities, tracking progress.
  
  Manages and tracks complex eating disorder cases, exercising considerable independence.
  
  Manages and tracks nutritional therapy for complex diabetic patients who are on multiple treatments.
  
  Consults with and advises medical providers and pharmacists on diagnoses, management, and diet, including supplements, vitamins and minerals, and nutritional product recommendations.
  
  Contributes as part of the healthcare team to evaluate current programs and products.
  
  5% - Member of Interdisciplinary Health Team
  
  Serves as the sole dietitian for the UCSC Interdisciplinary Eating Disorder Team, collaborating with clinical staff and community members, as appropriate, to review individual cases, make recommendations, and create treatment plans.
  
  Serves as consulting dietitian for UCSC Student Diabetes Support Group.
  
  5% - Outreach
  
  Provides in-service training for UCSC Dining Services staff on current nutritional topics and acts as a professional resource as needed.
  
  Acts as a resource for Student Health Outreach and Promotion (SHOP) regarding nutrition.
  
  Educates campus populations, including faculty, staff, and student groups on current nutritional topics through speaking engagements; Collaborates with UCSC Risk Services for one-on-one consultation regarding healthy living programs for staff.
  
  Assists patients with food security issues.
  
  Provides assistance to campus units with the availability of reliable data and studies on nutrition, its interpretation, and use.
  
  5% - Development of Policies and Procedures
  
  Prepares and develops guidelines, policies, and procedures on medical nutritional therapy, including templates and handouts for and in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
  
  Prepares and provides resources to patients and staff, including but not limited to diet education materials.
  
  Stays informed on all new and evolving theories and practices in medical nutritional therapy.
  
  REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
  
  • Equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree in Foods and Nutrition/Dietetics
  • Registered Dietitian by the Commission on Dietetic Registration
  • Excellent oral communication skills, excellent listening skills
  • Excellent written communication skills
  • Ability to receive and give clear and concise information to diverse groups of people; ability to document patient communications, recommendations, actions and follow up
  • Ability to counsel and instruct patients on food preparation, dining, healthy weight and exercise
  • Ability to teach patients regarding the sequela of anorexia and bulimia
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Ability to work under pressure with time constraints
  • Demonstrated flexibility and organizational and leadership skills with an ability to prioritize a high volume workload and function independently
  • Ability to work on several tasks concurrently with frequent interruptions
  • Ability to work and communicate in a positive and cooperative manner with management and supervisory staff, medical staff, co-workers and other health care professionals, as well as patients and their families, when providing information or services, and/or helping when others are seeking assistance, clarification and/or problem resolution
  • Ability to contribute to a team effort; participate in a positive and cooperative manner during meetings; respond well to supervision
  • Ability to handle difficult, sensitive and confidential situations tactfully Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with diverse groups of people
  
  PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  
  • Experience and background as a dietitian with 3-5 years of experience
  • Experience in medical nutritional therapy consultation on Eating Disorders which involves counseling on dining out, nutrition, food preparation and the sequela of anorexia and bulimia
  • Experience in student and/or adolescent health regarding nutritional health
  • Experience with Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system/s
  
  
  SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
  
  • Selected candidate will be required to successfully complete a pre-hire criminal history background check and a pre-hire credentialing check.
  • Registered Dietitian by the Commission on Dietetic Registration
  • Must possess CPR/First Aid/AED certification or have the ability to obtain it within 60-calendar days of hire.
  • The selected candidate will be required to work all scheduled hours on-site.
  • Selected candidate will be required to take a TB test within 60 days of hire.
  • Will be required to complete HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accessibility) training within 30 days of hire.
  • Will be required to comply with current Student Health Center employee health safety requirements for health care workers as defined by state and federal regulatory agencies; current health safety requirements to be discussed during interview.
  • Selected candidate will be required to complete training within established time frames as directed including UC compliance training.
  • The University of California has implemented a Vaccination Policy covering all employees. Employees, including new hires, are required to comply with any applicable policies relating to the University of California vaccine program.
  • Per the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA), this position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter. The selected candidate will be required to report known or suspected child abuse or neglect as defined by CANRA and will be required to sign a Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse prior to commencing employment. CANRA Penal Codes, and related definitions, requirements, and responsibilities may be obtained here.
  
  
  SAFETY STATEMENT
  
  All UCSC employees must understand and follow job safety procedures, attend required health and safety training, proactively promote safety at work, and promptly report actual and potential accidents and injuries.
  
  NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY
  In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (the Clery Act), the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (ASFSR) is available at: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hUBiz3WS3zErEGOhSOu7KZZPzGkTwr_2/view?usp=sharing. This report is published by October 1st of each year and includes current institutional policies and procedures concerning campus safety and security; fire safety and evacuation policies; sexual misconduct and relationship violence reporting and response protocols; and crime and fire statistics for the three previous calendar years. A paper copy of the ASFSR is available upon request by contacting the UCSC Police Department at 114 Carriage House Rd., Santa Cruz, CA 95064, or by calling 831-459-2231 Ext. 1.
  
  EEO/AA
  
  The University of California is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. UC Santa Cruz is committed to excellence through diversity and strives to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all students and employees.
  
  For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20
  
  For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination
  
  
  APPLICANTS ARE REQUIRED TO USE THE UCSC ON-LINE PROCESS
  View full job description and access on-line application:
  https://careerspub.universityofcalifornia.edu/psc/ucsc/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&JobOpeningId=73303&PostingSeq=1&SiteId=11&languageCd=ENG&FOCUS=Applicant
  
  To ensure review of application materials by the hiring unit, they must be submitted on or before the initial review date (IRD) via the Staff Employment Opportunities web site; https://jobs.ucsc.edu. A computer is available at the UC Santa Cruz Staff Human Resources Office located at Scotts Valley Center. The Scotts Valley Center is located at 100 Enterprise Way, Suite E100, Scotts Valley, CA 95066. To learn more or to request disability accommodations, call 831-459-2009. Hearing impaired are encouraged to use the California Relay Service at 800-735-2922. UC Santa Cruz is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
  
  The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. UC Santa Cruz is committed to excellence through diversity and strives to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all students and employees.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
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