PACE Dietician

Impact Lives, Impact Community Family Health Centers of San Diego (FHCSD) is passionate about providing exceptional health care to all, especially underserved communities with limited health care options. Founded by a Latina grandmother/community advocate over 50 years ago in Barrio Logan, FHCSD has grown into one of the largest community health systems in the country. With over 62 sites, over 227,000 patients, and over 417,000 visits last year, we provide a wide variety of health care and outreach services to a very diverse patient population. We are proud of our mission, our lasting community impact, and the cultural and individual diversity of our staff. Job Roles Perform initial screening to develop care plans and monitor participant’s progress. Promote utilization of nutritional counseling and education through case finding techniques to promote the growth of the nutrition services within the PACE Program. Evaluate participant’s nutritional status through use of various lab values and physical assessments, and obtaining primary care provider’s orders as required. Assess participant’s food preferences, methods of preparation and cultural and environmental factors affecting the participant’s dietary intake. Participate in the development and revision of the participant’s plan of care as a member of the interdisciplinary team. Develop a plan for the provision of food and drink appropriate for the participant’s physical and medical needs and environmental conditions. Integrate the nutrition treatment plan into the overall plan of care developed by the interdisciplinary team. Educate the participant’s family or other caregivers about the need for and preparation of therapeutic diets as part of the treatment plan. Re-evaluate and revise nutritional plans as necessary to ensure the continued adequacy and appropriateness of the nutritional plan, obtaining primary care provider’s orders as necessary. Maintain accurate records and report client’s treatment response to the team and primary care provider. Perform other duties as assigned. Education/Certifications/Licenses/Registrations Bachelor’s Degree in Dietetics or closely related field required. National Certification by Commission on Dietetic Registration required. Food Handler Permit required, and Safe Serve certification highly desired. Ability and means to travel as needed in a timely manner within San Diego County, to locations that may have limited access to public transportation; proof of liability and property damage insurance on vehicle used is required. DRIVER REQUIREMENTS: Age 21; Licensed for a minimum of 3 years; No violations and/or accidents within 3 years; No vehicle related suspensions/reinstatements; No DUI, reckless or felony Driving within 7 years. Experience/Specialized skills (including Language) 2 – 4 years of experience in nutrition and/or chronic disease education or closely related field required. Experience working with the older adult population preferred. Demonstrated knowledge in the principles and practices of nutritional counseling and education. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with social, cultural and economically diverse populations. Demonstrated ability to be culturally sensitive and respect diversity. Ability to maintain good interpersonal interactions with participants and co-workers as a member of a multi-disciplinary health care team. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Knowledge of current nutritional science theories and best practices with the ability to translate into meaningful and culturally appropriate resources. Knowledge of education techniques, practices, and tools for population served. Knowledge of community resources, health and social service systems in San Diego County to establish working relationships with community partners. Basic computer literacy ability to comply with department needs and expectations. Strong interpersonal and customer service skills. Bilingual in Spanish/English preferred. Physical Requirements/Working Environment Bending (neck): OCCASIONALLY (1 - 3 HRS) Bending (waist): RARELY (0-1 HRS) Carrying 0 - 10 lbs: RARELY (0-1 HRS) Carrying 11 - 25 lbs: NEVER Carrying 25 - 50 lbs: NEVER Carrying 51 - 75 lbs: NEVER Carrying 75 lbs: NEVER Climbing (ladder): NEVER Climbing (stairs): RARELY (0-1 HRS) Driving: To drive from one clinic or another, or in the community: REGULAR DRIVING (MORE THAN 3 DAYS PER WEEK) Exposure to blood borne pathogens and biohazards: NO Exposure to dust, gas, fumes, or chemicals: Office supplies Fine manipulation: OCCASIONALLY (1 - 3 HRS) Kneeling: RARELY (0-1 HRS) Lifting 0 - 10 lbs: RARELY (0-1 HRS) Lifting 11 - 25 lbs: NEVER Lifting 25 - 50 lbs: NEVER Lifting 51 - 75 lbs: NEVER Lifting over 75 lbs: NEVER Power Grasping: OCCASIONALLY (1 - 3 HRS) Pulling 0 - 10 lbs: OCCASIONALLY (1 - 3 HRS) Pulling 11 - 25 lbs: RARELY (0-1 HRS) Pulling 25 - 50 lbs: RARELY (0-1 HRS) Pulling 51 - 75 lbs: NEVER Pulling over 75 lbs: NEVER Pushing 0 - 10 lbs: RARELY (0-1 HRS) Pushing 11 - 25 lbs: RARELY (0-1 HRS) Pushing 25 - 50 lbs: RARELY (0-1 HRS) Pushing 51 - 75 lbs: NEVER Pushing over 75 lbs: NEVER Reaching (above shoulder level): RARELY (0-1 HRS) Reaching (below shoulder level): RARELY (0-1 HRS) Repetitive use of hand: CONSTANTLY (6 HRS) Simple Grasping: OCCASIONALLY (1 - 3 HRS) Sitting: CONSTANTLY (6 HRS) Standing: OCCASIONALLY (1 - 3 HRS) Twisting: RARELY (0-1 HRS) Use of Personal Protective Equipment: N/A Walking: OCCASIONALLY (1 - 3 HRS) Working around equipment and machinery: Office equipment Ages of Patients Served: Older Adults In the spirit of pay transparency, we are excited to share the base range for this position, exclusive of fringe benefits or potential bonuses. $33.00 - $42.25 If you are hired at Family Health Centers of San Diego, your final base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, jurisdictional requirements, skills, education, and/or experience. In addition to these factors – we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as a part of any final offer. Please keep in mind that the range mentioned above is what we reasonably expect to pay for the role. Hiring at the maximum of the range would not be typical in order to allow for future and continued salary growth. We also offer a generous compensation and benefits package (more information on our benefits offerings is available here: FHCSD Wellness – Employee Hub (gobenefits.net) About Us Founded in 1970, Family Health Centers of San Diego is dedicated to providing caring, affordable, high-quality health care and support services to all people, with a special commitment to the uninsured, low-income and medically underserved. We are the largest community clinic provider of health care to the uninsured in Southern California and one of the top 10 largest community clinic organizations in the country. Anti-Discrimination Statement Family Health Centers of San Diego complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate, exclude people or treat them differently on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, sex, including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, age, genetic information, language preference/ability, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation and gender identity, AIDS/HIV, medical condition, political activities or affiliations, military or veteran status, or status as a victim of domestic violence, assault, or stalking.