Research Dietitian

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Posted: 10-May-24

Location: Lexington, Kentucky

Salary: Open

Categories:

Research Support - Laboratory/Non-Laboratory
Staff/Administrative

Internal Number: 526331

Department Name: 7H460:FAMILY AND COMMUNITY MEDICINE

Job Summary:

The registered dietitian/licensed nutritionist will provide medical nutrition therapy in the homes of individuals living with type 2 diabetes.
The registered dietitian/licensed nutritionist will be responsible for providing tailored nutrition/dietary recommendations to families as well as collecting data on anthropometric measures. In addition, this individual will provide recommendations for appropriate physical activity using recommendations from the American Diabetes Association.
The registered dietitian/licensed nutritionist will be guided by his/her individual scope of practice, provide counseling, regimen adjustment, problem solving, and recognizing and prioritizing data. The registered dietitian/licensed nutritionist will engage in clinical and educational assessments to guide clinical decision-making.
The registered dietitian/licensed nutritionist will participate in appropriate training to maximize teaching and learning skills with a focus on analyzing, and evaluating in accordance with research study protocol. The registered dietitian/licensed nutritionist must demonstrate positivity and the ability to work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team.
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Skills /Knowledge/Abilities:

MS Windows (e.g., Word, Excel, Teams,), RedCap, LabArchives.

Position Time Status: Full-Time

Required Education:

BS

Required Related Experience:

2 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification :

Registered Dietitian or Licensed Nutritionist

Preferred Education/Experience:

Bachelor's degree with three or more years of work history as a dietitian and/or nutritionist preferred.

University Community of Inclusion:

The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

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