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Johnson County Clin Trials (JCCT) · 1 month ago

Clinical Research Dietician

Lenexa, KS

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

Johnson County Clin Trials (JCCT) is a recognized clinical research site dedicated to enhancing patient health outcomes. The Clinical Research Dietician will assess patient nutritional needs, develop individualized care plans, and provide health coaching while ensuring compliance with clinical protocols and regulatory standards.

BiotechnologyClinical TrialsConsultingLife ScienceMedicalTherapeutics

Responsibilities

Communicate with patients in both English AND Spanish

Complete training is required per each protocol and follow all protocol guidance and sources as established by the Sponsor and management teams

Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to evaluate nutritional needs and dietary restrictions as per protocol requirements

Complete source documents as required by protocols AND enter information on EDC (Electronic Data System) for each study/Sponsor

Develop and implement individualized nutrition care plans, including tube feeding protocols when necessary

Provide health coaching to patients, guiding them on weight loss strategies and healthy eating habits

Supervise dietary staff, ensuring adherence to dietary guidelines and quality standards

Collaborate with healthcare professionals to integrate nutrition into patient care within acute care settings

Monitor patient progress and adjust nutrition plans as needed based on ongoing assessments

Maintain accurate records of patient interactions and treatment plans in compliance with hospital systems

Stay informed about the latest research in nutrition and physiology to provide evidence-based recommendations

Qualification

Nutrition degreeClinical experiencePhysiologyHealth coachingSupervising dietary teamsBilingual EnglishBilingual SpanishWeight loss strategiesCommunication skills

Required

A degree in Nutrition from an accredited institution is required

Strong understanding of physiology as it relates to nutrition and health outcomes is essential

Excellent communication skills for effective patient interaction and collaboration with healthcare teams are necessary

Ability to stand, walk, and move between patient rooms and clinical areas for extended periods

Capability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds (e.g., medical supplies, nutritional products)

Manual dexterity for preparing nutrition plans, handling feeding equipment, and entering data into electronic systems

Adequate vision and hearing to assess patients, read charts, and communicate effectively

Ability to work in a fast-paced clinical environment across two locations may involve occasional bending, reaching, and prolonged sitting for documentation tasks

Preferred

Previous experience in a clinical or hospital setting is preferred, particularly in chronic care environments

Knowledge of supervising dietary teams is a plus, along with experience in tube feeding practices

Familiarity with health coaching techniques and weight loss programs will be beneficial for this role

Company

Johnson County Clin Trials (JCCT)

Johnson County Clin-Trials (JCCT) has been providing clinical research services to small biotech’s and large multi-national CRO’s and Pharma since 2005.

Founded in 2005