Clinical Dietitian-Eating Disorders

Responsibilities

The Clinical Dietitian will be a member of the outpatient Nourish for Life team, treating patients and families of young people through age 26 with eating disorders or disordered eating. The Nourish for Life program is run through the DGSOM Department of Pediatrics, Division of Adolescent Medicine, and the position reports directly to the senior dietitian and medical director. You will provide initial assessment of patients referred into the Program, as well as ongoing management as a member of the program's multidisciplinary team. This is a 50% part-time position, and work hours will vary.

Required:

Registered Dietitian Nutritionist

Two or more years of experience in conjunction with a MS degree in nutrition related field or four or more years of experience in conjunction with a BS degree in nutrition related field

Ability to assess patient calorie, protein and micronutrient needs based on Standards of Nutrition Practice and the Guidelines for Nutrition Care

Ability to evaluate appropriateness of current nutrition regimen and make appropriate recommendations

Ability to apply principles of medical nutrition therapy, food service and sanitation

Ability to adapt procedures for patient education level, cultural practice, psycho-social and economic status

Work with and educate allied team members to develop plan of care for patients

Minimum of one year experience working with eating disorders or disordered eating

Must be able to travel within the Health System

Must be able to work flexible hours

UCLA 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, or protected Veteran status.