Dietitian

We are currently seeking a Registered Dietitian (RD) to join our dynamic clinical nutrition team at UPMC Chautauqua. 

Apply now and make a meaningful impact where your skills matter most! 

This is a full-time role working day shifts, with occasional weekend coverage required. 

Title and Salary will be determined based upon education and experience.

Purpose: To provide nutrition-related expertise in the interdisciplinary team management of all hospitalized patients.

Responsibilities:

• Provide quality patient care to diverse patient populations using Medical Nutrition Therapy to include assessment, goals and plan of care.
• Accountable as nutrition liaison/expert to assigned units &/or committees responding to needs and initiatives for nutrition care process improvement.
• Demonstrate effective communication methods as a collaborative member of the interdisciplinary care team.
• As required, knowledgeable about outpatient billing guidelines and performs necessary documentation to ensure compliance of client charges with regulatory requirements.
• Formulate a Nutrition Diagnosis and identify Malnutrition through application of Nutrition Focused Physical Assessment and the nationally established criteria for identification of malnutrition.
• Provide appropriate nutritional education and counseling based upon patient/family learning needs and abilities.
• As required, demonstrate professional writing skills adaptable to all health literacy levels in preparing materials, presentations and other communications.
• Provide timely interventions as determined by Nutrition Risk level and the Plan of Care.
• Participate in department-based Quality Process Improvement activities with an ability to actively endorse evidence-based practice.
• Appropriate execution of order writing as governed by the Dietitian Delegation Order system protocol.

• For individuals who obtained their Registered Dietitian (RD) certification prior to January 1, 2026, a bachelor's degree in Nutrition or Dietetics is required. 
• For individuals who obtained their Registered Dietitian (RD) certification on or after January 1, 2026, a master's degree in a Nutrition or Dietetics is required.
• Analytical skills to accurately assess, plan, and evaluate outcomes. 
• Interpersonal skills to effectively interact with a diverse population and collaborate in a team environment. 
• Strong nutrition education/counseling and mentoring skills. Critical thinking skills for sound decision making.
  
  Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
   
• Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN)  within 9 months of hire.
• Registered Dietitian (RD) within 6 months of hire.

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran