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Per Diem Registered Dietitian

6 months ago

Syracuse

Job Description BioMatrix is a nationwide, independently-owned infusion pharmacy with decades of experience supporting patients on specialty medication. Our compassionate care team helps patients navigate the often-challenging healthcare environment. We treat our patients like family and get them started on therapy quickly. We work closely with them as well as their family and their healthcare providers throughout the patient journey, staying focused on optimal clinical outcomes. At BioMatrix the heart of our Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, & Access (IDEA) philosophy is the commitment to cultivate a welcoming space where everyone’s contributions are acknowledged and celebrated. Our goal is to draw in, develop, engage, and retain talented, high-performing individuals from diverse backgrounds and viewpoints. We believe that both respecting and embracing diversity enriches the experiences and successes of our patients, employees, and partners. BioMatrix Specialty Infusion Pharmacy is seeking a Part-Time Per Diem Registered Dietitian to see patients in their homes in Syracuse, NY. Work location is subject to change based on business needs. On-Call: Participation in the on-call rotation is a requirement of this position. It is anticipated that an incumbent in the position would be on-call approx. once every eight (8) weeks for two (2) weekdays per month and one (1) weekend. The Per Diem Registered Dietician collaborates with Upstate Home Care clinical teams to ensure optimal nutrition support for patients receiving enteral or parenteral therapy. This role supports qualification of TPN patients, secures appropriate clinical documentation, ensures compliance with insurance guidelines, and provides clinical expertise as needed. Additional responsibilities include assisting with nutrition support services, maintaining formularies, contributing to policy and procedure development, participating in staff education, and supporting reimbursement efforts related to nutrition therapy. QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS • Bachelor’s degree in nutrition or related field., • Minimum two years of professional nutrition experience., • Minimum one year of experience in a home care setting., • Current, active registration as a Registered Dietitian (RD) by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)., • Current, valid state licensure or certification to practice dietetics., • Certified Nutrition Support Clinician (CNSC) through the National Board of Nutrition Support Certification, Inc. QUALIFICATIONS PREFERRED • Experience working with parenteral and/or enteral nutrition therapy in home infusion or home care environments., • Prior involvement in interdisciplinary care teams., • Familiarity with payer guidelines and reimbursement requirements for nutrition support services. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Clinical Support • Perform competent clinical assessments and maintain required licensure and continuing education., • Monitor written orders for specialized nutrition therapy and collaborate with pharmacy staff to ensure accuracy., • Evaluate patient clinical status, effectiveness of nutrition therapy, and appropriateness of ongoing treatment., • Maintain compliance with Upstate Home Care policies, procedures, and documentation standards., • Demonstrate sound clinical and business judgment aligned with organizational goals., • Foster positive working relationships with prescribing physicians and cross-functional teams., • Assist in developing parenteral nutrition training materials and reference guides for Upstate staff., • Support the acquisition and review of qualifying documentation for referrals., • Uphold organizational mission, payer regulations, and confidentiality requirements., • Adhere to complaint, incident, and exposure reporting guidelines., • Understand and comply with Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) policies and related responsibilities., • Assist colleagues when needed and support team collaboration., • Stay informed on newly introduced products and services related to nutrition therapy., • Complete required training, testing, vaccinations, and in-service education., • Act as a patient advocate while maintaining confidentiality and safety., • Promote dignity, respect, and cultural sensitivity., • Apply principles of beneficence, non-maleficence, autonomy, justice, and veracity in clinical practice., • Use company resources responsibly and present honest, accurate reporting of expenses., • Manage time effectively, prioritize appropriately, and follow through on commitments., • Communicate with professionalism, using clear, respectful, and inclusive language., • Answer calls promptly and return messages within established expectations., • Respond calmly to patient or caregiver concerns and support conflict resolution without escalating unnecessarily., • Represent Upstate Home Care positively in all interactions with patients, partners, and colleagues. NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES • Participation in community, referral partner, or educational presentations as assigned., • Occasional support for cross-departmental administrative projects., • Other duties as delegated to support clinical operations. KNOWLEDEGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIREMENTS • Strong clinical knowledge of parenteral and enteral nutrition therapy., • Ability to interpret clinical documentation, lab values, and nutrition assessments., • Strong written and verbal communication skills., • Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy., • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team., • Competence in time management and prioritization in a fast-paced environment., • Knowledge of payer guidelines and documentation requirements for reimbursement. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT • This position requires constant sitting with occasional walking, standing, kneeling or stooping., • This position requires the use of hands to finger, handle or feel objects and the ability to reach with hands and arms., • This position requires constant talking and hearing., • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus., • This position must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds., • Required to move/lift physical hardware. AMERICANS WITH DISABILITY SPECIFICATIONS PHYSICAL DEMANDS Th The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop; kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. • Will participate in legal and ethical compliance training each year., • Will consistently behave in compliance with the BioMatrix legal and ethical policies and procedures., • Will abide by the policies of BioMatrix as set forth in the Compliance Manual., • Will not participate in any conduct considered to be unethical or illegal. EXPECTATION FOR ALL EMPLOYEES Supports the organization's mission, vision, and values by exhibiting the following behaviors: integrity, dedication, compassion, enrichment and enthusiasm, places patients first, is all-in with stacked-hands, and is focused on relentless consistency wins. GENERAL INFORMATION: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified. The incumbent must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to juggle and prioritize multiple, competing tasks and demands and to seek supervisory assistance as appropriate. Incumbents within this position may be required to assist or find appropriate assistance to make accommodations for disabled individuals in order to ensure access to the organization's services (may include: visitors, patients, employees, or others). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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