Dietitian - MCK Med Nutrition Services, PRN at Abarca Health

Sioux Falls, South Dakota, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Part TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

HealthcareIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor's or Some College Dietetic Internship or similar Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics approved program required, unless already registered with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)
Registered Dietitian - Commission on Dietetic Registration within 180 Days
Licensed Dietitian - Licensing Board Licensed in the state based off job assignment as a Dietitian within 180 Days
Visual acuity adequate to perform position duties
Ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds
Knowledge of age-specific factors from infant through geriatrics
Preferred: 1-3 years Experience and advanced certifications in specialty area
Commitment to Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles
Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE)
Maintain confidentiality
Work effectively in a multidisciplinary team

Responsibilities

Performs an accurate assessment within a timely manner of the patient’s nutritional status including obtaining and interpreting information in terms of the patient’s nutritional needs, patient/family level of knowledge, ability and readiness to learn about nutrition requirements, cultural/religious needs, and physical/mental limitations
Plans the delivery of medical nutrition therapy and implements an individualized outcomes-based nutritional care plan specific to patient’s needs with clearly defined, measurable goals
Provides medical nutrition therapy to patients/family based on assessment needs
Ensures continuity of nutrition care through communication with relevant care providers at mission and discharge
Helps to effectively transition patients to a new care environment
Documents all phases of the nutrition care process in a complete and concise manner
Develops and interprets patient education classes and/or materials
Educates the public by planning and presenting lectures related to nutrition therapy and community nutrition
Provides guidance to dietetic assistant in identifying and assigning patients to a nutritional risk level using screening/assessment policies and procedures
Functions as an integral member of an interdisciplinary healthcare team through active participation in team conferences, multidisciplinary care planning, and ongoing communication of outreach contracts

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Nutritional AssessmentMedical Nutrition TherapyNutrition Care PlanningPatient EducationDocumentationAge-Specific CareCultural Competency

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the pay range for this Dietitian position?

The pay range is $26.75 - $40.00, with actual pay rate dependent upon experience.

Is this a remote position, or where is it located?

The position is located at Avera McKennan Hospital.

What are the key responsibilities or skills needed for this role?

Key responsibilities include performing accurate nutritional assessments, planning and implementing individualized nutrition care plans, providing medical nutrition therapy, documenting the nutrition care process, and functioning as part of an interdisciplinary team.

What is the work schedule and type for this position?

It is a PRN (as needed) part-time position with day shifts from 8:00am-4:30pm at Avera McKennan Hospital.

What kind of team environment can I expect in this role?

You will be part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward, working where you matter with active participation in team conferences and care planning.

Abarca Health

Pharmacy Benefit Management services provider

About Abarca Health

Abarca Health provides Pharmacy Benefit Management (PBM) services, focusing on flexible and user-friendly solutions for health plans, employers, and government programs like Medicare and Medicaid. Its main product, the Darwin platform, allows clients to quickly implement and modify benefit designs while ensuring compliance with regulations. Abarca Health manages over $5.3 billion in drug spend and processes 100 million prescription claims annually, offering additional services like home delivery for prescriptions. The company's goal is to deliver exceptional service and innovative solutions in the PBM market.

Aventura, FloridaHeadquarters

2005Year Founded

VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage

HealthcareIndustries

501-1,000Employees

Benefits

PTO

Parental leave

Work flexibility

Health insurance

Wellness stipend

401k

Tuition reimbursement

Leadership development programs

Risks

Increased competition from Amazon Pharmacy and Mark Cuban's Cost Plus Drug Company.

Growing focus on specialty drugs may require platform adaptation.

Shift towards price transparency could pressure Abarca's pricing models.

Differentiation

Abarca Health's Darwin platform is highly adaptable and user-friendly.

The company offers innovative programs like Triple S en Casa for home delivery.

Abarca Health ensures compliance with ever-changing healthcare regulations.

Upsides

Abarca transitioned two million members to Darwin in 18 months, showing operational efficiency.

Collaboration with Blue Shield of California boosts Abarca's reputation in the PBM sector.

Recognition as a top IT workplace attracts top talent, driving innovation.

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