Dietitian 2

Orthopaedic Surgery

Full Time

76250BR

Job Summary

Note: This is a contract position for a period of three years at 100%

The Sports Dietitian will collaborate with a ​multidisciplinary team of sports medicine orthopaedic surgeons and physicians, athletic trainers, and physical therapists to provide specialized nutrition counseling, ​to enhance the performance of competitive and recreational athletes. The Sports Dietitian will also perform​ nutrition assessment for obese, pre-operative outpatients, and evaluate patient response and post-surgical recovery to weight loss interventions. ​

Primary responsibilities include developing and documenting client nutrition plans via translating the latest scientific evidence into practical sports nutrition recommendations, charting and tracking outcomes of nutrition interventions, support and coordination of outreach efforts, coordinating nutrition research pilot studies, ​identifying and targeting main client groups and audiences for nutrition services. The RD maintains professional competence and continuing education per regulatory requirements. This is a contract position for a period of three years at 100%.

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Department Description

The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at UCSF provides expert treatment for all aspects of musculoskeletal injuries including inpatient and outpatient surgical care, rehabilitation, and orthotics and prosthetics. This position will be split primarily between the Orthopaedic Oncology and Orthotics and Prosthetics Sections of the Departments. Our physicians have specific training and experience in a broad range of othopaedic specialties such as sports medicine, trauma, joint replacement, pediatrics, oncology, spine, shoulder and elbow, foot and ankle, and hand. The Department is internationally recognized for its work in patient care, education, and research. Our basic and translational research programs focus on cartilage and disc regeneration, fracture healing, molecular and stem cell biology, bioengineering, and musculoskeletal development.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited university
• Registered Dietitian for a minimum of 5 years
• Current /active specialty credential CSSD (Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics)
• Master of Science in Exercise Physiology and Sports Nutrition
• 3+ years of sports nutrition counseling experience with recreational or professional athletic teams and individuals within prior 7 years

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; to understand and be understood in English.

• Ability to adapt to changes in work duties and hours and days of work, including work on weekends and holidays across multiple campuses.
• Experience with using computers for daily tasks and communication.
• Flexible and organized in problem-solving, utilizing resources, meeting deadlines, and setting and adjusting priorities without daily supervision.
• Motivated, resourceful, and self-sufficient in routine work and improving clinical operations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Recent professional experience or credential in exercise testing and prescription (Ex: ACSM)
• Highly comfortable as a representative of the Nutrition arm for the Department who creates and maintains public relationships with local athletic organizations.
• Professional experience and understanding of all aspects of clinical research.
• Majority of work experience in a large teaching hospital and in area of specialization
• Evidence of mentoring other dietitians
• Fluency in second language

License/Certification

• Registered Dietitian (RD)
• CSSD (Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics)

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California San Francisco 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, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Job Code and Payroll Title

005426 DIETITIAN 2

Job Category

Support Services

Bargaining Unit

University Professional and Technical Employees - Health Care Professionals Unit (UPTE-HX)

Additional Shift Details

Monday-Friday