Clinical Dietitian

MaineHealth; Damariscotta (ME); On-site; USD 61,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Flexible work options

Student loan assistance

Professional development opportunities

Well-being resources

Job summary

Lincoln Hospital, part of MaineHealth, seeks a Registered Dietitian to join the Wellness & Rehabilitation Department. You will provide nutrition care across inpatient and outpatient settings within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team.

You will work with therapists and diabetes educators to improve patient health, function, and quality of life through nutrition therapy and education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Dietetics/Nutritional Sciences from an accredited college or university.
• Current applicable state license as a Dietitian and RD registration.
• Driver's license may be required for Home Care positions.
• Two years of experience as a Registered Dietitian (RD) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducting comprehensive nutrition assessments and reassessments
• Developing, implementing, and monitoring individualized nutrition care plans
• Providing inpatient nutrition consultations and interventions
• Delivering outpatient medical nutrition therapy and nutrition counseling
• Educating patients and families on disease management, healthy lifestyle practices, and therapeutic diets
• Collaborating with physicians, nurses, therapists, diabetes educators, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes
• Documenting assessments, interventions, and outcomes in the medical record
• Participating in interdisciplinary care planning and quality improvement initiatives

Skills

Nutrition assessment

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient education

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Dietetics/Nutritional Sciences

Job description

Summary

Are you a Registered Dietitian looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working alongside an innovative, collaborative healthcare team? Lincoln Hospital is seeking a Clinical Dietitian to join our dynamic

Description

Professional - Clinical

Req #: 85838

Summary

Are you a Registered Dietitian looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working alongside an innovative, collaborative healthcare team? Lincoln Hospital is seeking a Clinical Dietitian to join our dynamic Wellness & Rehabilitation Department, where nutrition care is fully integrated into a multidisciplinary approach to patient wellness and recovery.

This unique role offers the opportunity to work closely with Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech-Language Pathology, and Diabetes Education professionals, creating a highly collaborative environment focused on delivering exceptional patient-centered care. As a valued member of our team, you will play an essential role in helping patients improve their health, function, and quality of life across both inpatient and outpatient settings.

What You'll Do

• Conducting comprehensive nutrition assessments and reassessments
• Developing, implementing, and monitoring individualized nutrition care plans
• Providing inpatient nutrition consultations and interventions
• Delivering outpatient medical nutrition therapy and nutrition counseling
• Educating patients and families on disease management, healthy lifestyle practices, and therapeutic diets
• Collaborating with physicians, nurses, therapists, diabetes educators, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes
• Documenting assessments, interventions, and outcomes in the medical record
• Participating in interdisciplinary care planning and quality improvement initiatives

What Makes This Opportunity Special

At Lincoln Hospital, nutrition services are embedded within the Wellness & Rehabilitation Department, creating opportunities for rich interdisciplinary collaboration that extend beyond traditional dietitian roles. You'll work alongside skilled rehabilitation and wellness professionals, contributing to coordinated care plans that support patients throughout their health journey.

This Position Offers

• A diverse mix ofinpatient acute care and outpatient nutrition counseling
• Collaboration withSpeech-Language Pathologistson dysphagia and nutritional concerns
• Partnership withPhysical and Occupational Therapiststo support rehabilitation and functional recovery
• Close integration with a growingDiabetes Education Program
• Opportunities to build meaningful relationships with patients and families in a community-focused healthcare setting
• A supportive team culture that values innovation, professional growth, and patient-centered care

Why Lincoln Hospital?

Located in beautiful midcoast Maine, Lincoln Hospital offers the best of both worlds: the ability to practice at the top of your license while enjoying the close-knit culture of a community hospital. We are committed to providing high-quality, coordinated care and fostering a workplace where team members feel supported, respected, and empowered to make a difference every day.

Join us and help shape healthier lives through the power of nutrition.

If you are a motivated Registered Dietitian who enjoys collaboration, values holistic patient care, and wants the opportunity to impact health outcomes across both inpatient and outpatient settings, we encourage you to apply and become part of our exceptional Wellness & Rehabilitation team.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities (KSAs)

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Dietetics/Nutritional Sciences from an accredited college or university required.
• License/Certifications: Current applicable state(s) license as a Dietitian required. Registration by the Commission on Dietetic Registration required. Positions in Home Care will require a valid Driver’s License to operate a motor vehicle, with vehicle available for work covered by liability insurance as specified by agency policy.
• Experience: Two years of experience as a Registered Dietitian (RD) conducting nutritional assessments and developing treatment plans for acute care inpatients and/or outpatients preferred.
• Additional Skills/Requirements Required: N/A
• Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A

Additional Information

MaineHealth is committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment where care team members can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve across Maine and New Hampshire. We offer competitive benefits including paid parental leave, flexible work options, student loan assistance, professional development opportunities, and well-being resources—so you can grow your career while feeling supported both personally and professionally.

We recognize the value each team member brings to our organization. Any offer of employment will depend on qualifications such as skills, relevant experience, education, certifications, and other job-related factors. The base range is an estimate and does not reflect the full value of our total compensation package.

The pay range for this position is $61,256.00to $82,867.20per year.

Compensation for part-time positions is determined on a prorated basis consistent with the scheduled hours and applicable full-time equivalent (FTE).

In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offers comprehensive benefits, recognition programs, career growth opportunities, and, where applicable, shift differentials or other incentives.

If you have questions about this role, please contact [e-mail]

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