Oncology Outpatient Dietitian

Location: The Sanctuary - Regional Cancer Center -8931 Colonial Center Drive Fort Myers FL 33905
Department: Admin Services - OP Ctr
Work Type: Part Time
Shift: Shift 1/8:00:00 AM to 5:00:00 PM (Mon&Wed or Wed& Fri)
Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate:$27.57 - $35.84 / hour

About the Role

Join Lee Health's dedicated oncology nutrition team at The Sanctuary Regional Cancer Center in Fort Myers, FL. As an Oncology Outpatient Dietitian, you'll provide specialized nutritional care to adult cancer patients, develop individualized nutrition plans, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary oncology team to support patients throughout their cancer care journey. This part-time opportunity allows you to focus your clinical expertise in the specialized field of oncology nutrition while making a difference in the lives of those you serve.

Hiring Incentives Available:$2,500 Sign-On Bonus; plus up to $3,750 in Relocation Incentives(if relocating from greater than 50 miles away)

What Youll Do

• Assess the nutritional needs of adult oncology patients and develop individualized nutrition care plans
• Plan and implement nutrition interventions tailored to each patient's medical needs, physical abilities, and stage of care
• Manage ongoing nutritional care to support patients throughout their cancer treatment journey
• Adapt nutrition strategies to account for individual needs, including physical development, motor skills, communication, socialization, and safety
• Collaborate with oncologists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to integrate nutrition into comprehensive patient care

Requirements

Education:Bachelors degree in Dietetics / Human Nutrition and Foods if RDN is obtained prior to 1/1/2024. Masters degree required if RDN is obtained on or after 1/1/2024.

Experience:Experience in oncology clinical nutrition preferred.

Licensure & Certifications:

• Registered Dietitian (RD) credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) required. RD-eligible candidates may apply but must obtain the RD credential before their start date.
• Florida Dietitian/Nutritionist Licensure (LD) required; must be obtained within 90 days of hire through the Florida Department of Health.
• Certified Nutrition Support Clinician (CNSC) preferred.

Other:Working knowledge of principles of current clinical nutrition and patient care for adult populations. Demonstrate ability to interface with system personnel and medical staff on issues of clinical nutrition and patient care.

US:FL:Fort Myers