Dietitian (Clinical Dietitian)

Duties

In collaboration with the HSA and FSA, the incumbent shares the responsibilities for the administration, management, and direction of the institution’s medical diet program. The incumbent interprets the medical diet program, recommends changes to the FSA, and disseminates information concerning the program.

Responsible for developing, planning, directing, and coordinating dietetic services at the institutional level with focus on the local medical mission and management of chronic health care. The incumbent coordinates nutritional care with other health care providers; provides consultation to institutional health services staff, physicians, and patients concerning diet and nutrition; and provides expertise in a wide range of disease states including those with complex medical and nutritional needs.

Along with all other correctional institution employees, incumbent is charged with responsibility for maintaining security of the institution. The staff correctional responsibilities precede all others required by this position and are performed on a regular and recurring basis.

Qualifications

To be considered for the position, you must meet the following qualification requirements.

Basic Requirements:

Degree: Dietetics, food, nutrition, food service management, institution management, or related science. The curriculum must have been in accordance with the qualifying requirements established by The American Dietetic Association (ADA) in effect at the time of graduation.

Information on ADA approved curricula may be obtained from The American Dietetic Association, 430 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60611. (Professional registration as a registered dietitian (R.D.) is evidence of meeting ADA requirements.)

NOTE: ALL applicants MUST submit legible transcripts as verification of educational requirement. Transcripts must include identifying information to include School Name, Student Name, Degree and Date Awarded (if applicable). All academic degrees and coursework must be completed at a college or university that has obtained accreditation or pre-accreditation status from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For a list of schools that meet this criteria, Click Here. Transcripts MUST be received by the Consolidated Staffing Unit by the closing date of the vacancy announcement. (If you are selected for this position, you will be required to provide an OFFICIAL transcript prior to your first day on duty.)

NOTE: Applicants who are registered dietitians (R.D.) must submit proof of registration to the Consolidated Staffing Unit by the closing date of the vacancy announcement.

AND

Additional Requirements:

Education:

Three years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree.

Graduate education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position.

NOTE: If you are using education to qualify, you MUST provide legible transcripts to receive consideration. Transcripts must include identifying information to include School Name, Student Name, Degree and Date Awarded (if applicable). All academic degrees and coursework must be completed at a college or university that has obtained accreditation or pre-accreditation status from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For a list of schools that meet this criteria, Click Here. Transcripts MUST be received by the Consolidated Staffing Unit by the closing date of the vacancy announcement. (If you are selected for this position based upon your education, you will be required to provide an OFFICIAL transcript prior to your first day on duty.)

For information regarding foreign education requirements, please see Foreign Diploma and Credit Recognition at the U.S. Department of Education website: Recognition of Foreign Qualifications

OR

Experience:

You must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the next lower grade level in federal service. To be creditable, this experience must have equipped the applicant with the particular qualifications to perform successfully the duties of the position.

Some examples of this qualifying experience are:

• Experience in monitoring the health and dietary needs of patients, recommending adjustments, and disseminating information regarding a medical diet program.
• Experience in performing nutritional screenings, assessments, developing individual plans and providing dietary counseling.
• Experience in conducting quality control and quality assurance to verify adherence to food service standards.
• Experience in developing policies and procedures for administering a nutrition and dietary program.

OR

Combination of Education & Experience:

Have a combination of education and experience. This experience must have equipped you with the qualifications to perform successfully the duties of the position.

Credit will be given for paid and unpaid experience. To receive proper credit, you must show the actual time (such as number of hours worked per week) spent in the activities.

**Your eligibility for consideration will be based on your responses to the questions in the application.**