Assistant Director, Clinical & Patient Services

Compass Group USA; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education Reimbursement

Career Advancement

Board Certifications

Relocation Assistance

Professional Dues & Licensure Coverage

Free CEUs

Job summary

Compass Group USA’s Morrison Healthcare is seeking an Assistant Director of Clinical and Patient Services to oversee patient food services and clinical nutrition across two acute care facilities in Chicago, IL.

The role requires a Registered Dietitian with CDR, state licensing where applicable, and at least two years of healthcare experience with managerial responsibilities; a Master’s degree with CNSC is preferred. Competitive salary and benefits accompany this leadership opportunity.

Qualifications

• Credentialed as a Registered Dietitian by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)
• Licensed by the State Dietetics Licensing Board where applicable
• Two (2) years of healthcare experience as a Registered Dietitian, with managerial responsibilities
• Masters Degree & CNSC certification preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, EMR/diet office systems, and nutrient analysis programming

Responsibilities

• Establishes goals and oversees patient food services and clinical nutrition needs based on medical direction and patient population
• Hires, trains, coaches, evaluates, and develops patient services and clinical nutrition staff
• Fosters teamwork and implements innovative programs for optimal clinical nutrition and financial outcomes
• Monitors competency, productivity, and documentation accuracy of staff
• Ensures regulatory compliance with federal, state, and accrediting agencies while maintaining HIPAA and patient rights
• Leads patient satisfaction programs, department meetings, and QA/PI activities

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Team management

Regulatory compliance

Education

Registered Dietitian (CDR)

Master's degree & CNSC (preferred)

State Dietetics Licensing

Tools

Microsoft Office

EMR systems

Nutrient analysis software

Job description

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Assistant Director, Clinical & Patient Services

Take the next step in your career with Morrison Healthcare as an Assistant Director, Clinical & Patient Services in CHICAGO, IL!

Location: Morrison Healthcare at Cook County Health (Stroger Hospital & Provident Hospital)
Setting: Acute Care
Schedule: Monday - Friday, supports the clinical weekend rotation
Requirement: Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with the Commission on Dietetic Registration
Position Details: We are seeking an Assistant Director, Clinical & Patient Services to provide leadership and oversight across two acute care facilities, ensuring consistent clinical nutrition practices and high-quality patient care. This is an excellent opportunity for a Registered Dietitian who is looking to advance their career, expand their leadership experience, and make a meaningful impact across multiple facilities while supporting the delivery of exceptional nutrition care
Salary:$110,000-$120,000

We go the extra mile for our Dietitians with benefits designed to support education, career growth, and professional success! Special perks include:

• Education Reimbursement – Financial support for advanced learning
• Career Advancement – Growth programs tailored to RDNs
• Board Certifications – Financial rewards for obtaining specialty certifications
• Relocation Assistance – Support when moving 50+ miles (based on location)
• Professional Membership Dues, CDR, & Licensure Coverage – We cover your professional fees
• Free CEUs – Through our nutrition education webinar series

Why Choose a Career as a Compass Group Dietitian?

Compass Group employs over 3,000 RDNs across the United States, making us one of the nation’s largest employers of Dietitians in a variety of settings:

• Hospitals and healthcare systems
• Senior living communities
• Schools and universities
• Corporate wellness programs
• Food service operations

We offer unmatched opportunities for professional growth:

• Cross-functional career paths

The company has earned significant recognition, including being named one of Modern Healthcare's "Top 100 Best Places to Work in Healthcare" for five consecutive years, and appearing on Training Magazine’s Top 125 Organizations list for six straight years.

At Compass Group, we prioritize your well-being, work-life balance, and career growth with a comprehensive benefits package:

• Health & Wellness – Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Financial Security – Life insurance, AD&D, and disability coverage
• Retirement Ready – 401(k) and retirement plans to invest in your future
• Time Off – Flexible/Paid Time Off and holiday pay (varies by site/state), Paid Parental Leave, Personal Leave
• Wellness & Support – Employee Assistance Program, FSAs, and health programs
• Protection Plans – Identity Theft Protection and pet insurance

Job Summary

We are seeking an Assistant Director of Clinical and Patient Services to join our team in an Acute Care setting in Chicago, IL.

Key Responsibilities:

• Establishes goals and oversees implementation of patient food services and clinical nutrition services needs based upon medical direction and patient population
• Hires, trains, coaches, evaluates, and develops patient services and clinical nutrition services team members
• Fosters teamwork and establishes effective strategies to implement innovative programs which leads to optimal clinical nutrition and financial outcomes
• Monitors competency, productivity and documentation accuracy of patient services and clinical staff
• Complies with regulatory standards, including federal, state, and accrediting agencies while adhering to facility confidentiality, HIPAA regulations, and patient rights policies
• Participates in/Leads patient satisfaction programs, departmental meetings, and facility wide Quality Assurance/Performance Improvement Programs

Qualifications:

• Credentialed as a Registered Dietitian by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR), required
• Licensed by the State Dietetics Licensing Board in states where applicable, required
• Two (2) years of experience in healthcare as a Registered Dietitian, which includes managerial responsibilities in clinical and patient services (2 years minimum), required
• Masters Degree & CNSC certification, preferred
• Possess the necessary skills to effectively utilize Microsoft office applications, electronic medical record & diet office systems, and nutrient analysis programming

Associates may be eligible for additional paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely.

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Compass Group maintains a drug-free workplace.