CLINICAL DIETITIAN DIABETES SPECIALIST

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day Shift

Description

The Clinical Diabetes Specialist provides Medical Nutrition Therapy and Diabetes Self-Management Training for adult patients in the outpatient setting. Conducts group diabetes education classes. This position also is responsible for coordination of the Diabetes Education Program. The Diabetes Education Specialist and acts in a supervisory role over the diabetes educators and diet technicians.

• Use principles of teaching and learning theory and lifestyle counseling to help clients confidently and effectively manage their disease.
• Provide individualized instruction for persons of all ages, incorporating cultural preferences, health beliefs and preferred learning styles of the client.
• Conduct group diabetes education classes. Provide diabetes self management training, which includes providing recommendations for nutrition, medication, and lifestyle changes.
• Documents the assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation in the medical record following established guidelines.
• Functions in a supervisory role as a team leader. Serves as a preceptor for dietetic interns.
• Attend and participate in interdisciplinary teams and committees.
• Coordinates and documents quality improvement projects and planning and review of patient education programs.
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary staff to plan and provide care that is consistent with the American Diabetes Association Standards.
• Submits relevant data to the Section of Endocrinology, Loyola Outpatient Center Administration and the Department of Medicine Center for Clinical Effectiveness.
• Provide leadership on nutrition issues within and outside the profession through initiatives such as presentations or publications for the organization and/or community.
• Performs other duties as assigned
  
  

Requirements

• Required: Bachelors Degree
• Preferred: Masters Degree
• Specify Degree(s): Dietetics, Nutrition or Family & Consumer Science with Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) requirements completed
• Required: 3-5 years of previous job-related experience
• Preferred: Experience in program management
• Required: Registered Dietitian with Specialty Certification
• Other: Candidate has 12 months from date of hire/transfer into position to obtain Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) credential. Licensure as required in the state of Illinois. Insulin Pump Certification preferred. Member of Professional Organization preferred.
  
  

Compensation

Pay Range: $58,614.40 - $90,833.60 Annually

Actual compensation will fall within the range but may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, education, location, licensure, certification requirements, and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles.

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Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

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