Clinical Dietitian - Cancer Services

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system.

We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.

Work Shift: Mon -Fri 8:30am -5pm

JOB SUMMARY:

Delivery of comprehensive nutritional services to St. Tammany Cancer Center medical oncology and radiation oncology patients and their significant others. Participates in patient centered and community programs and Health Fairs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics, or Food and Nutrition required; Master’s Preferred.Registered Dietitian {RD} credentialed by Commission on Dietetic Registration, or Registration eligible within 6 months of hire. State License {LDN} by Louisiana Board of Examiners in Dietetics and Nutrition, or provisional LDN.  One year experience preferred. Current BLS certification through any International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) provided courses such as but not limited to: Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association, and American Red Cross.  The ILCOR course must include a manikin check off.

Excellent time management, communication, and organization skills; computer technology skills; excellent interpersonal skills, public speaking

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Must possess good physical health.  Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time.  Lifting at least 10 pounds is required.  Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise.
Physical Effort required:        

Constant (67%-100%) – talking, hearing, seeing
Frequently (34%-66%) - carrying, handling/feeling
Occasionally (1%-33%) – lifting, reaching, pushing/pulling, climbing (stairs, ladders, poles, etc.), balancing, stooping, crouching

EMPLOYMENT

Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values. Please take time to review those expectations, which can be found by clicking here, before applying for employment. If you feel you are unable to demonstrate those characteristics, we respectfully request that you do not proceed with the application process.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.