Dietitian

United States Army; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent military organization is seeking a dedicated Dietitian to enhance the health of Soldiers and their families. This role offers extensive educational and growth opportunities, including access to specialized training and benefits such as loan repayment and paid vacation. Candidates must hold a degree in nutrition/dietetics and complete a dietetic internship. If you are passionate about health and service, this could be a fulfilling career option.

Benefits

Repayment of qualified education loans

Travel opportunities

Medical and dental care

Paid vacation

Qualifications

• Must have a baccalaureate or advanced degree with a major in foods and nutrition/dietetics.
• Completion of a dietetic internship is required.
• Possession of national registration is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Promote health and manage diseases for Soldiers and their families.
• Access to growth opportunities through seminars and education courses.
• Participate in state-of-the-art technology training.

Skills

Expert in food and nutrition

Registered Dietitian

Leadership in medicine

Education

Baccalaureate or advanced degree in foods and nutrition/dietetics

Job description

Overview

U.S. Army Dietitians provide the tools for healthy living for Soldiers and their families. If you are a professional in the dietetic field and want to combine your knowledge and passion for living a healthy lifestyle with a desire to serve the U.S. Army, a career as an Army Dietitian might be the one for you. Outstanding Opportunities

Responsibilities

• As an expert in food and nutrition to promote the health of patients and manage diseases, Army Dietitians work with Soldiers, retirees, and their families to improve their quality of life.
• As an Army Medical Specialist Corps Officer, you will have access to opportunities for growth and development in this specialized field through seminars, continued education courses and conferences, as well as state-of-the-art technology, practical techniques, and much more.
• The Army also offers a graduate-level educational opportunity for those seeking a full-tuition scholarship through the Army-Baylor University Master’s Program in Nutrition (MPN). This 24-month training program incurs a 48-month Active-duty service obligation upon completion. If you choose to serve in the Army Reserve, you will be able to serve your country as needed while still supporting your community.
• Whether you decide to serve Active duty or Army Reserve, a career as an Army Dietitian provides a path for you to be all that you can be.

Benefits

• Repayment of qualified education loans to lending institution, paid annually over a maximum of three years while serving
• Based on your field of concentration, you may be eligible for an accession bonus and board certification pay
• Travel opportunities within the United States and abroad, to include humanitarian missions
• Up to 30 days of paid vacation earned annually
• Enrollment into the Uniformed Services Blended Retirement System
• No- to low-cost medical and dental care for you and your family
• Commissary and post exchange shopping privileges
• Specialized training to become a leader in medicine

Eligibility Requirements

• Must have a baccalaureate or advanced degree with a major in foods and nutrition/dietetics OR institution management from a university or coordinated undergraduate program
• Must have completed a dietetic internship
• Must possess national registration
• Must be a U.S. or naturalized citizen to serve on Active Duty
• Must be a permanent resident for Army Reserves

Have questions or want more information? To find out more information about becoming an Army Dietitian, reach out to your local Army Healthcare Recruiter to learn how you can get started on your journey as an Army Dietitian.