Clinical Dietitian for Corrections – San Quentin

AvaMed, Inc; San Quentin (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

AvaMed Workforce in California is urgently seeking a Registered Dietitian for a full-time assignment at San Quentin, CA.

The role emphasizes clinical nutrition support, dietary planning, nutrition counseling, and interdisciplinary collaboration; orientation is one week; 40 hours per week, Monday–Friday.

Compensation includes $56/hour ($2,240/week) for 1099 or $52/hour ($2,080/week) Traveler; status: independent contractor or W-2 traveler.

Qualifications

• Must have a current and valid registration issued by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics in order to perform services in the State of California.
• No experience required.

Responsibilities

• Plan dietary intervention and strategies; attend interdisciplinary team conferences; monitor and document nutritional needs and goals; order and interpret medical nutrition therapy under protocol.
• Conduct nutrition assessments within 72 hours of physician's order and provide counseling when referred.
• Instruct staff on medical diets and provide substitutions as needed.
• Maintain safety and infection control standards; ensure regulatory compliance.
• Prepare written dietary service status reports monthly, including assessments and recommendations.

Skills

Nutrition assessment

Dietary planning

Nutrition counseling

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

Registered Dietitian (RD) credential

Job description

AvaMed Workforce in California is urgently seeking a Registered Dietitian for a full-time assignment at San Quentin, CA.

The role emphasizes clinical nutrition support, dietary planning, nutrition counseling, and interdisciplinary collaboration; orientation is one week; 40 hours per week, Monday–Friday.

Compensation includes $56/hour ($2,240/week) for 1099 or $52/hour ($2,080/week) Traveler; status: independent contractor or W-2 traveler.