Clinical Dietitian 3

Sodexho is seeking a full-time 40 hour per week, Inpatient Lead Dietitian with experience/interest in nutrition support. The Clinical Dietitian will be responsible for LTAC nutrition policy updates, formulary review and active on med exec and interdisciplinary committees. Lehigh Valley Hospital and Health Network (LVHN) is an 800+ bed teaching network of three hospitals. A 181.5 million expansion project on the main campus due to open in December 2007 will add another 150 beds. LVHN ranks as one of the nation's top hospitals in eight specialty care delivery areas in the 2006 U.S.News & World Report guide to America's Best Hospitals, more than LVHN or any other hospital in the region has ever achieved. Sodexho offers a comprehensive benefits package and will even cover your ADA Dues! ~cb~ Position Summary: Provides comprehensive nutrition assessments and care planning for most complex or specialized patients/residents. Plans special diets and supervises their preparation. Instructs patients and/or hospital personnel in complex principles of nutrition and modifications of normal diet. Fulfills a leadership role and assumes the role of a Clinical Nutrition Manager in his/her absence. Acts as a regional resource in his/her area of expertise. Basic Education Requirement: Bachelor's Degree Basic Management/Supervisory Experience Required: None Basic Functional Experience Required: 3 years work experience in health care including hospitals, nursing homes, assisted or independent living facilities, long-term care, retirement homes, or clinics + registered dietitian.