Overview
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Base pay range
$75,145.00/yr - $97,684.00/yr
Summary
Employees in this assignment serve in a Dietitian (Informatics) full performance level position in NFS. They are thoroughly knowledgeable of and responsible for planning - coordinating - and implementing food service technology as well as ensuring continuous evaluation and improvement within the service.
Qualifications
Basic Requirements:
United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) or Registered Dietitian (RD) - Must be registered with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) the credentialing branch of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics formerly known as the American Dietetic Association (ADA)
Current VHA Dietitians that qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision may not be promoted to a higher grade if they do not meet the current RDN/RD requirements
Grade Determinations: GS-11 Dietitian (Informatics) (Full Performance Level) Experience Requirement: In addition to meeting the basic requirements - to qualify for the GS-11 up must possess at least 1 year of experience as an RDN/RD equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-09) which demonstrates the following Knowledge - Skills and Abilities: Skill in managing computer software programs relative to food service systems
Skill in applying nutritional knowledge to develop menus ensuring nutritional standards are met
Skill in developing training and reference materials
Skill in evaluating data to improve outcomes
Skill in providing training related to food service systems technology
Skill in collaborating with stakeholders
Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/
Physical Requirements: The work required does not inherently include any physical requirements essential for successful job performance that could not otherwise be performed with accommodation or workplace adjustment
A pre-placement physical examination is not required.
Duties
The position is responsible for planning - coordinating - implementing and evaluating informatics within the service
The Informatics Dietitian works in collaboration with the NFS management team - supervisors - and staff in supporting NFS program goals and facility mission
Coordinates integration of administrative and clinical nutrition activities within the department and other services and units - clinics and local community
Duties include but are not limited to: Uses available technology to enhance the work of all employees within NFS
Manages VHA supported software programs and/or commercial off-the-shelf software (COTS) to support the effective management of food operations and patient meal services
Enters and maintains ingredients - recipes - nutritional information and menus
Oversees the technology used for meal production - meal service and temperature control
Leads a menu committee
Ensures recipes are standardized
Costs out recipes and assures that they are within budgetary constraints
Creates and revises menus - considering VA established guidelines - policy - patient preference - and religious and cultural considerations
Completes nutrient analyses of regular and modified menus and ensures menus follow required diet guidelines
Develops and maintains training and reference materials for the Nutrition Communication Center (NCC)
Manages productivity reports for the NCC
Completes audits for the NCC - determining action plans when results require corrective measures
Coordinates and supports downtime procedures for the NCC - ensuring procedures remain up to date
Coordinates all aspects of training related to computer systems - menus and informatics for NFS employees
Collaborates with the clinical nutrition section and leadership to ensure the enhancement of the Veterans dining experience
Supports patient satisfaction within NFS
Acts as a department Automated Data Processing Application Coordinator (ADPAC) between administration - food services - clinical staff - and the Office of Information Technology (Ol&T) regarding clinical information system processes
Manages and updates the service SharePoint site
May perform other related duties as assigned which are appropriate for this grade and assignment
Work Schedule: Various Tours of duty between 7:30am-5:30pm CST
Compressed/Flexible: Not Available
Telework: Not Authorized
Virtual: This is not a virtual position
Functional Statement #: PD000000
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Government Administration
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