Reg Dietitian Consultant/Amb/UKHC
University of Kentucky
Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.
Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleReg Dietitian Consultant/Amb/UKHCRequisition NumberRE55302Working TitleDietitian Registered Senior/UKHCDepartment NameM4000:Pediatrics ClinicWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level10Salary Range$53,072-81,328/yearType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired EducationBSClick here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience1 yrRequired License/Registration/CertificationRegistered DietitianPhysical RequirementsRequires frequent standing, walking, lifting of objects up to 25 lbs, and sitting at desk with frequent phone and computer use.ShiftMonday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pmJob SummaryThe division of Pediatric High BMI seeks a Registered Dietitian Senior to provide clinical support services. This position will provide complex nutritional care for outpatient Pediatric High BMI patients.
The ideal candidate will be able to integrate current practice guidelines, make clinical judgements and dietary recommendations. This position will assist division duties within scope that may be assigned by providers, clinical staff, or supervisor. This position will provide direct patient care.Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesThe ideal candidate will be able to integrate current practice guidelines, make clinical judgements and dietary recommendations. Direct patient care and critical thinking skills; basic computer navigation skills, and working knowledge of the internet; ability to communicate with patient families and provider/peer team. Electronic health record knowledge or familiarity of similar system.Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceRegistered DietitianDeadline to Apply08/06/2026Our University CommunityWe value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Are you a registered dietitian or eligible to obtain this registration by date of hire?
- Yes
- No
- * How many years of paid clinical dietetics experience do you have, specifically with pediatric patients?
- None
- More than 0, through 2 years
- More than 2 years, through 4 years
- More than 4 years
- * Please choose the answer that best describes your years of paid, full-time employment experience providing dietary management and education.
- None
- More than 0, up through 1 year
- More than 1 year, up through 2 years
- More than 2 years, up through 3 years
- More than 3 years
- * Describe why you are interested in Pediatric Obesity and Weight Management.
(Open Ended Question)
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
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