Job Description
Clinical Dietitian *$15,000 Relocation and Retention Bonus Eligible
Bethel, Alaska
We are working together to achieve excellent health. Come join us!
The Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation is a Tribal health care organization, serving nearly 30,000 people living across rural, southwest Alaska in villages with populations from about 10 to more than 1,000. Bethel, the regional hub and location of the only hospital in the region, has a population of nearly 7,000. The Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta is home to thousands of lakes and two primary rivers—the Kuskokwim and Yukon.
We offer a broad range of employment opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact on the health of people in the region.
Position Summary:
This position is responsible for the provision of all aspects of nutrition care and education to in-patients and out-patients ranging from infancy to elderly. This position coordinates with medical providers in the provision of nutrition services to medically high-risk clients when dietary intervention is needed for maintenance of optimum nutritional status. Coordinates nutrition services with WIC and provides follow up when they are admitted to the hospital and when they are discharged. This position also provides assistance to the Food Service Department with special diets for inpatients. Assists in the preparation of the annual budget in a manner that is cost efficient, effective and in alignment with the corporation’s financial goals.
Position Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science Degree in Foods & Nutrition. Master’s degree will be desirable.
Two years of clinical nutrition and/or community nutrition
ADA registration and state of Alaska licensure. Must maintain this status.
Computer, weighing scale, body fat calibers.
Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of nutrition and diet therapy. Keeps current with the new trends in the field, as well as JCAHO/CMS standards.
Basic computer skills and familiarity with common software applications.
Acts as a resource for other members of the care team and community agencies.
Benefits Include:
Generous PTO – starting at 4.5 weeks per year, accrued over time
Eleven paid holidays
Comprehensive healthcare coverage
Life and Disability Insurance
Flexible Spending Account
Retirement plans
Employee Wellness Center
Plus More!
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Additional Information:
ID: 16716
Location: Bethel
Department: Nutritional Therapy
Employment Duration: 80 Full time
Temporary Status: Not Applicable
Hours per Week: 40
Minimum Hourly Pay: 44.00
FLSA Status: Exempt
Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status and any other basis protected by law. Individuals with disabilities needing assistance in the recruitment process are encouraged to contact Human Resources directly.
Under P.L. 93-638, preference is given to Alaska Native/American Indian applicants.
For more information, please contact the YKHC Recruitment Department at
[email protected] or phone (907) 543-6060 and ask to speak with a recruiter.
To view more positions available please visit YKHC Career Center (
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Holiday work, Full time, Temporary work, Relocation bonus, Flexible hours,