What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dietetic Clerk - 60% North Liberty Campus position at University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics?
Description
The University of Iowa Health Care department of Food & Nutrition is seeking a Dietetic Clerk for our North Liberty Medical Campus. This position, under general supervision, will provide assistance to the dietitian and nutrition related support to patients, direct the work of service assistants for specific patient areas, and educate patients and / or significant others on designated diets. Duties and abilities to include :
- Exercise responsible judgment in routine and emergency situations
- Meet deadlines
- Efficient use of personal computers, computer terminals and a variety of software and / or conventional office equipment
- Complete or assist patients in completing special selective menus, checking for compliance with dietary prescription frequently without review
- Develop patterns for special diets according to the dietary prescription
- Instruct patients and / or significant others on less complicated diet prescriptions and assist the clinical dietitian with the remainder
- Review patient charts to assist clinical dietitian in nutritional assessment of patients
- Calculate 3-day food records and nutrient intakes and record in medical record
- Make notes in medical records as appropriate to his / her responsibility, or as directed by the dietitian
- Manage the office, maintaining the inventory of supplies and ensuring that time-sensitive charting and completion of menu packets are done accurately and within necessary time constraints
Percent of Time : 60%
Schedule : 7 : 00am - 3 : 30pm Tuesday, Friday, Saturday
Salary : $18.35 / hour
Classification : Dietetic Clerk GB01
Benefits Highlights :
The University of Iowa offers a generous benefits package, including 24 days paid vacation per year to start and paid sick leave. Complete information regarding the full benefits package may be viewed at : .
Qualifications
Required Qualifications :
Application Process : In order to be considered, applicants must upload a resume (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 10 calendar days.
Successful candidates will be subject to a criminal background check. This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.
With additional questions, please reach out to Tamara Griffith at tamara-griffith@uiowa.edu
Salary : $18
