Job Details

Job Location: Short Pump Office - Richmond, VA 23233

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: 4 Year Degree

Job Shift: Day

Summary: In collaboration with the patient’s healthcare provider, promotes good dietary health and treats medical conditions by devising eating plans for patients based on the science of nutrition.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Follows evidence-based practices to provide health advice and promotes healthy eating to patients, families, health professionals, and the community.
Assesses nutritional needs of patients and develops individualized nutrition plans taking into account the patient’s lifestyles, health concerns, and preferences.
Utilizes motivational interviewing techniques to guide patients to make dietary changes.
Educates patients regarding conditions treated with dietary management including weight loss, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), insulin resistance, and diabetes.
Educates patients who are pregnant with pre-diabetes on nutritional practices to control their blood sugar to prevent gestational diabetes and ensure a healthy pregnancy. Provides nutritional guidance to patients with gestational diabetes as needed.
Provides nutritional education and guidance to patients enrolled in the Medical Weight Management Program. Assists patients in reaching their health and weight goals when taking weight loss medications, while ensuring adequate nutritional practices.
Emphasizes the importance for patients to maintain an overall health lifestyle, including regular exercise, adequate sleep, and stress management.
Assists patients during perimenopause and menopause to support their health and wellbeing by way of nutrition.
Analyzes results of body analyses scans and develops nutrition plans to support patients in reaching their desired health outcomes.
Evaluates the effects of nutritional changes over the course of care.
Maintains thorough and accurate documentation of patient interactions.
Abides by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Code of Ethics in all areas of practice.
Complies with Virginia Women’s Center’s policies and procedures. Follows guidelines as required by HIPAA, OSHA, CLIA, ACA, and Red Flags regulations. Maintains appropriate attendance and punctuality as defined by Virginia Women’s Center.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education, Experience and/or Licensure

Bachelor’s degree in nutritional science, dietetics, or food science; or alternatively a life science degree that incorporates human physiology and biochemistry
Credentialed as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)
Licensed as a Registered Dietitian in the State of Virginia, preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of the impact of diet on health.

Knowledge of biochemistry and human physiology.

Knowledge of Google Workspace and Microsoft Office.

Knowledge of medical records and clinical care processes.

Knowledge of organizational policies, regulations, and procedures to administer quality assurance.

Knowledge of HIPAA, ACA, OSHA, and CLIA regulations.

Skill in collecting, measuring, and analyzing data.

Skill in maintaining clinical department quality assurance and quality control standards.

Skill in preparing and maintaining records, writing reports, and responding to correspondence.

Skill in demonstrating sensitivity to the interpersonal, group dynamic, organizational, political, and perceptual issues associated with change.

Skill in presenting regulations, changes, and corrections to employees.

Ability to utilize Google Slides and PowerPoint to make presentations.

Ability to track and analyze data.

Ability to develop training programs and successfully train personnel.

Ability to collaborate and interact effectively with providers, senior level management, and staff members.

Ability to address and resolve non-compliances.

Ability to maintain strictest confidentiality.

Ability to organize activities to report and continuously evaluate progress/changes.

Ability to effectively communicate in verbal and written form in informal and formal settings.

Ability to organize time and work activities efficiently and independently.

Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet timelines.

Physical Demands

Varied activities including sitting, standing, walking, bending, and reaching. Requires eye-hand coordination. Requires visual acuity and normal color perception. Requires use of independent knowledge and judgment. Occasional stress from deadlines and multiple projects.

Work Environment

Work is primarily performed in a medical office. Minimal travel required. Position allows for hybrid/remote work options at the discretion of management.

What We Offer

Benefits & Rewards

A service-centered culture reflecting a strong work-ethic and caring, compassionate team members
Competitive compensation and growth opportunities
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Health savings accounts (HSA) and flex spending accounts (FSA)
401k plan with employer contributions and match
Paid time off and paid holidays
Life insurance both employer-paid and voluntary
Critical illness and accident insurance
Annual employer contribution toward uniforms/scrubs
Employer paid long-term disability benefits and comprehensive employee assistance program
A variety of discount programs offered to employees
Employee referral bonus and peer recognition programs
Company-sponsored FUN events and community volunteer opportunities

Virginia Women's Center is a full-service women's health care practice specializing in gynecology, obstetrics, urogynecology, weight and wellness, high-risk obstetrics, obstetrical genetic counseling, breast health/mammography, bone and mental health services, ultrasound, and surgeries and procedures.

Living Our Values

We put patients first.

Every single interaction matters
Communicate with compassion

We embrace change.

Adapt to the fast pace of women's healthcare
Seek new perspectives and information

We play as a team.

Together, we make a difference
Believe the best in each other

We work to be better.

Challenges are opportunities to be better
Contribute to our shared purpose

If you have a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or a similar law and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Virginia Women's Center, please contact our HR Department at (804) 288-4084.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic or status protected by law. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment in the workplace.

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