Nutrition Jobs in Prescott, Arizona

Job Title: Clinical Dietician Company: Northern Arizona Healthcare Location: Cottonwood, AZ Description: At Verde Valley Medical Center (VVMC) in Cottonwood, we believe extraordinary care comes from many sources, including the progressive treatments and advanced technologies that permeate our facilities. Above all, extraordinary care is demonstrated by the compassion and dedication of people like you.The Clinical Dietician works with medical staff, nursing staff, pharmacists and patients to help provide optimal nutritional care and wellness through proper patient care oriented medical nutrition therapy assessments, instructions, care plans and monitoring for individuals at all age categories (infants, children, adolescents, adults and seniors). Works effectively with the interdisciplinary health care team to ensure optimum care for patients. Must have the knowledge and skills to care for the physical and developmental needs of individuals at all ages. Interacts with patients, nursing staff, medical staff, volunteer staff, clinical nutrition staff, food production staff, administrative staff and visitors.Bahelor's Degree in Nutrition from an accredited university required. Registered Dietician or eligible for Registry within 3 months of hire required, member of American Dietetic Association preferred. BLS from AHA within 30 days of hire required.If you are ready to work in an environment of unmatched natural beauty that's punctuated by breathtaking vistas, warm, friendly communities, and recreational pleasures that are bound only by one's imagination, apply now to join us today at Northern Arizona Healthcare.

Job Title: Registered Dietitian- Part Time- Sedona, AZ- Kachina Point Health & Rehab Company: Kindred Healthcare Location: Sedona, AZ Description: Company: Kindred Nursing and Rehabilitation Centers Location: AZ-Sedona-Kachina Point Health & Rehab Position Type: FULL TIME Reference Code: 042554 Become Part of the Kindred Story Description Kindred is an approved provider of continuing education from the Commission of Dietetic Registration. Company provided CE's via webinars and self-study courses. Opportunity for career development through the Mentor Program and AIT program. Website dedicated to Nutrition Services on the Kindred intranet. Company paid access to the American Dietetic Association's Nutrition Care Manual. Resources for policies, procedures, menus, patient education, and staff education. Opportunity to participate in development of policies, procedures, menus, patient education, and staff education materials that are used throughout the company. Training and support from a Nutrition Services Mentor and Regional Nutrition Services Director. As the nutrition expert on the Interdisciplinary Team, you will provide Medical Nutrition Therapy and work with the Nutrition Services Manager to ensure that quality food, service and nutritional care are being provided to our residents. You'll be part of a team that works together to make sure Kindred's residents are taken care of with not only clinical expertise, but also genuine involvement in their needs and feelings. Responsibilities: Evaluates the Medical Nutrition Therapy needs of the residents and implements appropriate interventions to improve their nutritional status Coordinates resident care with the Interdisciplinary Team Coordinates with the Nutrition Services Supervisor/Manager the review and customization of the regular and therapeutic menus Conducts meal rounds and interviews staff and residents to ensure residents are receiving foods in the amount, type, consistency, and frequency required to maintain or improve nutritional status. Routinely inspects the food service area(s) and practices for compliance with company policies, procedures, standards, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations. Participates in the long-term care survey process. Provides in-service training to Nursing Center staff on topics related to Nutrition and Foodservice. Conduct job responsibilities in accordance with the standards set out in the Companies Code of Business Conduct, its policies and procedures, the Corporate Compliance Agreement, applicable federal and state laws, and applicable professional standards and codes of ethics. Registered Dietitian Nutrition Services Food Services Dietary Services Registered Dietetic Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or related field Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the American Dietetic Association License or certification as mandated by the state in which employed ServSafe Food Safety Certification preferred Experience in long-term care environment and geriatric nutrition preferred Kindred Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Title: Nutrition Aide Company: Northern Arizona Healthcare Location: Flagstaff, AZ Description: Performs support tasks, such as pre-preparation, cooking, serving, cashiering, cleaning, dishwashing, and retrieval/or delivery to enable cooks, nutrition assistants, and supervisors to complete their work assignments. Occasionally cooks food for patients, visitors, and staff. Maintains and carries out all of FMC policies and procedures. Ensures compliance with country and all other appropriate regulatory agencies.High school diploma or GED required.Previous experience in quantity food preparation preferred.Previous cashiering, bookkeeping, and accounting experience preferred.Food Handler's Certificate, Coconino County Health Department, within 30 days of hire required.Serv Safe - preferred.

Job Title: Certified Dietary Manager Company: Sunrise Senior Living, Inc Location: Sun City, AZ Description: Imagine practicing your lifes work in a warm, inviting setting. Welcome to Sunrise Senior Living. Here, the residents will think of you as an extension of their own families. The Certified Dietary Manager is responsible for overseeing Skilled Nursing Center food service activities and using independent judgment and discretion, providing the level of supervision necessary to ensure the courteous and efficient service of quality and nutritious foods.Responsible for the planning, scheduling and supervising, disciplining, evaluating and directing the work of the Skilled Nursing dietary team membersAssists the executive chef and lead cooks in developing all menus for the Skilled Nursing residents assessing preferences and nutritional needsResponsible for assuring staff education is provided to dietary team members in accordance with the staff education plans plus provides on the job training for Skilled Nursing team membersResponsible for providing on-the-job training for Skilled Nursing dietary team membersResponsible for developing work assignments for all dietary team members assigning specific jobs and spot checking work to ensure standards are metResponsible for providing on-the-job training for Skilled Nursing dietary team members

Job Title: DIETITIAN AND NUTRITIONIST Company: AmericaJob Location: Luke AFB, AZ Description: DIETITIAN AND NUTRITIONIST Agency: Department Of The Air Force Air Force Personnel Center Salary: 38790.00 to 89450.00 Open Dates: 05/08/2010 to 09/30/2010 Pay Grade: GS-0630/07-12 Location: US-AZ-Luke AFB (Arizona ) Openings: 1 At the GS-7 and 9 levels, the incumbent will require more direction, supervision, and monitoring than the GS-11. At the full performance level (GS-11), the incumbent serves as an active member of a multidisciplinary treatment team and is independently responsible for managing the total nutritional care of patients of varying ages on assigned wards. The dietician is independently responsible for all phases of assessment, planning, intervention, education, and evaluation. The incumbent evaluates nutritional assessments, reviews and interprets pertinent diagnostic and treatment data, and develops, implements, and monitors the nutritional care plan. The incumbent reviews and calc ...

Job Title: Health Educator I - Registered Dietitian Company: SHPS Inc Location: Scottsdale, AZ Description: Overview transform healthcare, transform your career Are you looking for a dynamic career in the ever-expanding field of healthcare? SHPS is a high-performance organization that sets the pace in developing and delivering healthcare consumerism solutions. As a thought leader in this rapidly-evolving market, we are constantly searching for professionals that are passionate about healthcare, committed to making a difference and dedicated to providing industry-leading services and products to clients. This position is responsible for assessing, designing, planning and evaluating activities that help improve the health of individuals. The health educator will provide information to individuals in an effort to promote, maintain and improve their health. The health educator is responsible for collecting and analyzing health risk to collaborate with each participant in designing a preventative plan to meet the health and lifestyle needs of the participant. The main objective of the health educator is to prevent the onset of disease and promote healthy lifestyle changes through increasing knowledge and behavior change in each member. Job Skills/Requirements Perform engagement process to motivate wellness program members to engage in wellness telephonic coaching program. Provide an explanation of the Wellness Program to participants and determine appropriateness for participation. Provide explanation of all SHPS Products and determine members eligibility. Manage overflow calls from incoming calls, assist member as needed or set-up cases as applicable. Facilitate delivery and receipt of mail/faxes, to all health coaches and other unit team members. Perform scheduling routines for health coaches. Assist with follow-up calls for verification appointments with health coaches. Assist in the production of daily reports. Provide assessment of at-risk members and referral to appropriate resources and programs. Perform telephonic at-risk health education based on participants completed health risk assessment and lifestyle priorities. Provide assessment of quality of life, health care utilization, health behaviors, factors that influence health behaviors and motivation to improve health status. Provide awareness of program eligibility and benefits. Assist participants progress through the stages of change for at-risk behaviors by use of behavior change methodologies. Improve the health lifestyle behaviors/habits and overall health status of participants. Provide supplemental health materials to improve the members lifestyle behaviors and habits. Assist participants progress through the development of goals, actions plans and relapse prevention plan to meet their lifestyle and health needs. A Bachelors Degree in health-related discipline: Registered Dietitian. One year involvement in health promotions programs: teaching in health related field, curriculum development, program evaluation, behavior modification, lecturing, telephonic coaching, group counseling, individual counseling, and/or directly related experience required. Experience with Theories of Behavior Modification: Health Belief Model, Transtheoretical Model, Motivational Interviewing, Social Cognitive Theory, Theory of Reasoned Action and Relapse Prevention Model. Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of current health education practices and behavior change methodologies. Knowledge of and Ability to apply Prochaskas Transtheoretical Stages of Change Model, Motivational Interviewing, Health Belief Model, Social Cognitive Model, Theory of Reasoned Action and Relapse Prevention Model. Skills in utilization of basic computer software applications. Ability to work and interact with departments throughout the organization. Ability to communicate effectively both oral and written material. Special Requirements: (Licenses, certifications, etc. required) If not already certified, the Health Educator would need to be eligible for the CHES (Certified Health Education Specialist) or certifications directly related to their undergraduate/graduate field of study. Education Requirements Bachelor's degree Job Specific Questions Do you have the minimum of 1 year involvement in health promotions programs: teaching in health related field, curriculum development, program evaluation, behavior modification, lecturing, telephonic coaching, group counseling, individual counseling, and/or directly related experience Are you a Registered Dietician -RD? Additional Information/Benefits All benefits are effective on the 29th day of employment with the exception of tuition reimbursement, which is effective after 90 days of employment. Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Holidays, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Educational Assistance Screening Requirements: Drug Screen, Criminal Background Check Online Resume Builder: Enabled Follow-Up Contact Information: Human Resources Department 9305 E Via De Ventura Scottsdale, AZ 85258