Clinical Dietitian: Patient Nutrition & Tech Leader

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Flexible work policy

Student loan assistance

Training and education

Well‑being resources

Job summary

Maine Medical Center in Portland, ME seeks a Clinical Dietitian to direct and coordinate nutritional care for patients in assigned clinical areas. You will perform assessments, develop and implement care plans, educate patients, and collaborate with physicians and the health team.

Responsibilities include managing nutrition components in EHR and food service software, analyzing data for clinical decisions, and training staff on new technology.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics/Nutritional Sciences from an accredited college or university required.
• Current applicable state license as a Dietitian required. Registration by the Commission on Dietetic Registration required.
• Two years of experience as a Registered Dietitian preferred for acute care inpatients/outpatients.
• Driver’s license may be required for Home Care positions.

Responsibilities

• Manages, implements, and maintains nutrition components in EHR and food service software.
• Analyzes nutrition data for clinical decision‑making and outcomes.
• Maintains nutrient databases, recipe standardization, and nutrient analysis in food service systems.
• Evaluates and streamlines workflows for dietitians and nutrition staff to boost productivity.
• Acts as a SME, training staff on software and new technology.
• Liaises between Nutrition Services, IT, and administration regarding systems.

Skills

Nutritional assessment

EHR systems

Interdisciplinary communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Dietetics/Nutritional Sciences

State Dietitian license

CDR Registration

Driver’s license for Home Care

Tools

EHR software

Food service software

Job description

Maine Medical Center in Portland, ME seeks a Clinical Dietitian to direct and coordinate nutritional care for patients in assigned clinical areas. You will perform assessments, develop and implement care plans, educate patients, and collaborate with physicians and the health team.

Responsibilities include managing nutrition components in EHR and food service software, analyzing data for clinical decisions, and training staff on new technology.