Summary The Registered Dietitian (RD) and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) serves as a vital clinical partner to individuals navigating Type 1, Type 2, gestational, and pre-diabetes. This role focuses on empowering patients through evidence-based behavioral coaching, tailored lifestyle modifications, and modern diabetes technology, rather than relying on restrictive dietary templates. The ultimate objective is to assist patients in achieving optimal glycemic control, increasing Time in Range (TIR), and improving overall quality of life within a collaborative, multidisciplinary medical environment.
This role will support both inpatient and outpatients for those with diabetes including patients enrolled in SC MOMs (high-risk pregnant patients). Entity University Medical Associates (UMA) Only Employees and Financials Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Regular Cost Center CC000967 COM DOM Endocrinology CC Pay Rate Type Hourly Pay Grade Health-27 Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Work Shift
Location: Job Duties: Clinical Assessment & Personalized Counseling Conduct comprehensive nutritional assessments, evaluating patients' medical histories, lab values (A1C, lipid panels, eGFR), lifestyle habits, and socioeconomic factors. Develop personalized, culturally sensitive Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) plans that align with the American Diabetes Association (ADA) standards of care. Provide individual and group counseling on carbohydrate counting, glycemic index, macronutrient distribution, and weight management.
Diabetes Technology Integration Train patients on utilizing Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs) and smart insulin pens/pumps. Analyze ambulatory glucose profile (AGP) reports to identify glycemic patterns, glucose variability, and "Time in Range" (TIR). Collaborate with endocrinologists and primary care providers to recommend adjustments to insulin or non-insulin medications based on glucose data.
Patient Education & Advocacy Deliver formal Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES) curriculum covering acute complications (hypoglycemia/hyperglycemia) and long-term risk reduction. Empower patients with problem-solving skills for real-world scenarios (e.g., dining out, traveling, sick-day management, and exercise). Address barriers to care, such as food insecurity or financial constraints regarding diabetes supplies.
Programmatic Support Actively participate in meetings as assigned. Provide reports and updates on program development. Develop and distribute educational materials for patients and providers.
Provide support for ADA and joint commission certification and documentation. Conduct individual diabetes education visits as well we establish group diabetes classes. Required Qualifications &
Education & Licensure Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Clinical Nutrition, Dietetics, or a related field. Current Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential via the Commission on Dietetic Registration. Active state licensure/certification as a Dietitian (if applicable by state law).
Certifications & Experience CDCES (Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist) credential is highly preferred (or eligible and actively tracking hours to sit for the exam within 1 year). Minimum of 2–3 years of clinical experience , specifically working with diabetes populations in an outpatient, endocrine clinic, or community health setting. Proficiency in reading and interpreting data from major CGM platforms (e.g., Dexcom, Abbott Libre) and pump software.
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Continuous requirements are to work indoors; possess good finger dexterity; maintain tactile sensory functions; maintain 20/40 vision corrected in one eye or with both eyes; maintain good peripheral vision capabilities; and maintain hearing acuity with correction. Frequent requirements are to perform job functions while standing/upright, sitting, and walking/mobile; fully use both hands and arms; perform repetitive motions with hands, wrists, elbows, and shoulders; perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements; reach in all directions; see and recognize objects close at hand and at a distance; match or discriminate between colors; determine distance and relationship between objects including depth perception; and hear and/or understand whispered conversations at a distance of 3 feet.
Infrequent requirements are to kneel and squat to perform job functions; perform pinching operations; lift and carry 15 lbs. unassisted; lift objects up to 15 lbs. from floor level to a height of 36 inches unassisted; and push or pull objects up to 15 lbs. unassisted. If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us! The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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