Clinical Dietitian - Geriatric & Post-Acute Care

Life Care Centers of America; Acton (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America in Acton, MA, seeks a Registered Dietitian to plan modified diets, oversee the food services department, and provide nutritional assessments for patients in accordance with Life Care standards. The position requires a bachelor's degree in dietetics, active Dietitian licensure, and two years' healthcare experience with post-acute care preferred.

You will collaborate with physicians, nurses, and food service teams to ensure patient nutrition needs are met and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in dietetics is required.
• Active license and registration as a Dietitian per state requirements.
• Two years of experience in a health care facility; post-acute care preferred.
• Experience in nutritional assessment and planning.

Responsibilities

• Consult with patient and family concerning nutrition needs and goals.
• Check menu plans to meet nutritional needs and quality food service standards.
• Plan modified diets for patients as requested by attending physician.
• Input dietary information accurately into patient charts and dietary databases.
• Participate in Interdisciplinary Patient Care meetings involving nutrition.
• Assist with other food service duties as required.
• Demonstrate excellent customer service and professionalism; maintain attendance.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow Life Care policies.

Skills

Standards of practice

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Patient nutrition counseling

Education

Bachelor's degree in dietetics

Registered Dietitian licensure

Job description

Life Care Centers of America in Acton, MA, seeks a Registered Dietitian to plan modified diets, oversee the food services department, and provide nutritional assessments for patients in accordance with Life Care standards. The position requires a bachelor's degree in dietetics, active Dietitian licensure, and two years' healthcare experience with post-acute care preferred.

You will collaborate with physicians, nurses, and food service teams to ensure patient nutrition needs are met and