Certified Dietitian/Nutritionist en United Community & Family Services Inc

Description

UCFS is looking for candidates who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others! We are currently seeking a full-time (40hr) Certified Dietitian/Nutritionist to provide expert nutritional guidance and support to our patients, helping them achieve their health and wellness goals through personalized nutrition plans and education, including but not restricted to diabetes and obesity.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Provide medical nutrition therapy as required based on treatment plan developed by the clinical provider
• Develop and implement nutritional strategies based on patient uniqueness and individual health history circumstances
• Provide nutritional education in-service training to other members of the clinical care teams.
• Participate in community events as needed to provide nutrition education and health programs.
• Maintain best practice knowledge level by participation in continuing education opportunities, and utilization of current professional reference materials; maintain continuing education requirements as needed for licensure and board certification.

Why UCFS?

Be part of a team where you can advance your clinical skills, make vital connections, and become an advocate for your clients and the community. You will have opportunities to cultivate and enhance your clinical skills through individual and group supervision, in-house training, and outside training. Our team is passionate about the services we provide and are committed to making a difference. At UCFS, a Federally Qualified Health Center, we specialize in integrated care which means having access to essential services to meet the complex needs of those we serve. We work collaboratively across programs at our agency to remove barriers and streamline access to services including behavioral health services, primary care, dental, case management and more.

If you are committed to helping individuals, couples, and families achieve mental wellness, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Requirements

• Certified Nutritionist: either a Certified Nutrition Specialist/ Certified Clinical Nutritionist (CNS/CCN)
• Certified by Department of Public Health to practice in the State of Connecticut
• Must enroll with the Connecticut Medical Assistance Program (CMAP)/ Husky Health
• Preferred 5 years of experience preferred with a strong community health/public health orientation and patient care management experience
• Preferred knowledge of using Epic EMR.

UCFS offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Flexible hybrid remote & on-site schedules
• Competitive salaries
• Generous paid time off including 3 weeks' vacation, 4 floating holidays, paid company holidays and 10 sick days each year
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with 6% employer contribution
• Paid life and disability insurance
• National Health Services Corp. Loan Repayment