Clinical Dietitian

Hartford HealthCare; Torrington (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Join Hartford HealthCare as a Clinical Dietitian at Charlotte Hungerford Hospital, providing essential nutrition services and ensuring patient satisfaction. This part-time role involves assessing nutritional needs, developing care plans, and educating patients and the community. Ideal for those with a Bachelor's in Dietetics and RD/RDN certification, this position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in healthcare.

Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RD/RDN) certification required.
• CT Certified Dietitian-Nutritionist within 90 days of hire.
• Fluency in English; additional languages a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical nutrition services including assessments and diet formulation.
• Conduct community nutrition education and outreach.
• Supervise and train dietetic technicians and interns.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Mathematical skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Food and Nutrition/Dietetics

Master’s Degree preferred

Job description

Join to apply for the Clinical Dietitian role at Hartford HealthCare

Location: Charlotte Hungerford Hospital (10115)

Shift: 8 hours per week on a Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday (preferred). Rotating weekends.

Work where every moment matters. Join over 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues committed to quality care and community health in Connecticut.

Charlotte Hungerford Hospital is a 122-bed community hospital serving Litchfield County and Northwest Connecticut, offering personalized, technology-driven care in a safe environment.

Job Summary

Provide clinical nutrition services including assessments, diet formulation, self-management training, and interventions. Ensure patient satisfaction, regulatory compliance, and resource efficiency.

• Assess nutritional status and develop individualized care plans. Monitor and coordinate nutritional care with food services.
• Perform nutrition-focused physical exams (NFPE). Diagnose and treat malnutrition, educate the healthcare team.
• Document assessments and interventions in the EMR. Track caseload data.
• Conduct community nutrition education and outreach, develop educational materials.
• Educate patients, staff, and community members. Supervise and train dietetic technicians and interns.
• Provide outpatient counseling and group classes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Food and Nutrition/Dietetics or related field.
• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RD/RDN) certification required.
• CT Department of Public Health Certified Dietitian-Nutritionist within 90 days of hire.
• Fluency in English; additional languages a plus.
• Strong analytical, communication, and mathematical skills.
• Master’s Degree preferred; clinical experience preferred.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job function: Healthcare Provider
• Industry: Hospitals and Healthcare

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