Diabetes Educator I (Registered Dietitian) - Part Time - Del Mar

This is a part time (20 hours per week, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday) benefited position located in Del Mar. This is a partial remote position (at least 2 shifts on-site per week). 

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• We have transitional and professional development programs to create a learning environment that enables you to thrive in your specific field as well as in your overall career.
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Why join this team?

Scripps Clinic Center for Weight Management and Bariatric Surgery is a comprehensive weight management program in San Diego. Our experienced, multi-disciplinary team collaborates closely to help thousands of people successfully achieve their health goals through a range of medically supervised treatment plans. 

The Diabetes Educator I is a Registered Dietitian (RD), CDCES is part of an interdisciplinary team and works closely with physicians, surgeons, nurse practitioner, registered nurses, and health educator. This critical role requires effective communication, critical thinking, and strong interpersonal skills to provide Medical Nutrition Therapy and diabetes education to weight management and bariatric surgery patients in an outpatient clinic. 

Responsibilities include:

• Initiate, monitor, and re-evaluate nutritional strategies for surgical and non-surgical weight loss patients and patients with diabetes.

• Participation in monthly bariatric support groups (scheduled in the evening).

• Collaborate with colleagues and physicians on program development.

Required Education/Experience/Specialized Skills:

• A minimum of two years providing diabetes education as a RD or other CDCES eligible role required.
• In-depth knowledge and application of current weight loss therapies as well as diabetes treatment management.
• Ability to develop a collaborative, therapeutic alliance with individuals.
• Ability to communicate clearly in group settings
• Bariatric experience.

Required Certification/Registration:

• Registered Dietitian credential by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)

• Current BLS.

• Must obtain CDCES within 3 years of hire.

Preferred Education/Experience/Specialized Skills/Certification:

• Certified Diabetes Educator (CDCES) certification is preferred.

• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred