at University of Illinois at Chicago in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Dietitian Nutritionist - College of Medicine, Pediatric Genetics
Dietitian Nutritionist - College of Medicine, Pediatric Genetics
Hiring Department: Pediatric Genetics
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1024379
Posting Close Date: June 5th, 2024
About the University of Illinois Chicago
UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
This is a full-time and benefits eligible position. UIC offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience. In addition all full time benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which include; Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan as well as paid leave which includes; Vacation, Holiday and Sick. In addition we offer tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.
Description:
The Dietitian Nutritionist is responsible for the assessment and management of medical nutrition therapy for patients followed in the pediatric genetics clinic with inborn errors of metabolism and other genetic conditions.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Provide inpatient and outpatient management of medical nutrition therapy of genetics patients with inborn errors of metabolism and other genetic conditions including but not limited to phenylketonuria, maternal PKU, maple syrup urine disease, urea cycle defects, galactosemia, organic acid disorders, fatty acid oxidation disorders, and Prader Willi syndrome
Support newborn screening processes working closely with the Illinois Department of Public Health such as coordinating with primary care physicians and families to schedule initial visits, providing education and follow up communication
Educate patients, families, caregivers, medical providers on inborn error of metabolism nutrition therapy such as condition specific diets, assessment, management, and evaluation
Develop and evaluate materials to provide information reflective of current literature in order to reinforce dietary and/or nutritional recommendations
Regular communication and follow up with patients and families with inborn errors of metabolism to support patient care, compliance and understanding of medical conditions
Interact and coordinate with genetic physicians and other physicians, genetic counselors, nurses, and other hospital staff as required to ensure optimal patient care; participates in multi-disciplinary meetings to contribute nutritional expertise toward patient care plan
Keep current on new concepts and developments in dietetics and nutritional therapy
Supervise clinical experiences and provides lectures for students
Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Required:
Possession of current Registered Dietitian licensure from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulations and credentials and registration from the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete the education, licensure,... For full info follow application link.
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The University of Illinois Chicago is an affirmative action, equal opportunity
institution/employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status, height, weight, or marital status in employment or the provision of services.
