Clinical Nutritionist - Part Time Temporary - Includes Weekend Hours

Stony Brook University Medical Center; Stony Brook (NY); On-site; USD 76,000 - 96,000; Part time

Job summary

Stony Brook Medicine is seeking a part-time Clinical Nutritionist to provide clinical nutrition services. The role includes developing nutrition care plans, consulting with physicians, counseling patients, and coordinating with the health care team. Strong communication and adherence to standards are essential.

Qualifications include a BS/BA in Nutrition or Dietetics and RD eligibility (ACEND internship). The position offers weekend hours and prorated pay based on a 0.5 FTE schedule.

Qualifications

• BS or BA in Nutrition, Dietetics or related field is required.
• Registered Dietitian or candidate who has completed ACEND internship and RD exam within 3 months.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement nutrition care plans based on assessments.
• Consult with physicians and healthcare professionals on nutritional therapy.
• Counsel patients and families on dietary principles and meal planning.
• Refer patients for financial or psychosocial support as needed.
• Document nutritional data to meet accreditation standards.
• Participate in care meetings and rounds.
• Provide in-depth nutritional evaluation and follow-up.
• Develop educational materials for patient education.
• Mentor interns/students and attend professional meetings.

Education

BS/BA Nutrition

RD eligible

ACEND internship

Job description

Job Description - Clinical Nutritionist - Part Time Temporary - Includes Weekend Hours (2602611)

Clinical Nutritionist - Part Time Temporary - Includes Weekend Hours

Position Summary

At Stony Brook Medicine, aTH Clinical Nutritionistis a valuable member of our team, who provides clinical services to our patient population. Qualified candidates will demonstrate superior patient care and possess outstanding communication skills while adhering to our high standard of excellence.

Duties of a TH Clinical Nutritionist may include the following but are not limited to:

• Develop and implement nutrition care plan based on assessment of nutritional needs, performance of nutrition-focused physical nutrition assessment, current nutrition-related problems.
• Consult with physicians and other health‑care professionals concerning patient's nutritional care with recommendations for appropriate nutritional therapy.
• Counsel individuals and families in nutritional principles, meal planning, nutritional supplement or special products selection.
• Refer patient to other professionals for proper financial assistance and psychosocial intervention.
• Communicate nutritional problems, diet history and nutritional data through documentation to meet accreditation and regulatory agency's standards.
• Participate in patient care meetings, other health care team rounds, conferences and assigned committees.
• Provide in-depth nutritional evaluation and follow-up continuity care for assigned patients.
• Develop educational materials to assist in patient education and management of diet related problems.
• Mentor and supervise interns/students as assigned.
• Attend professional meetings and continuing educational programs that are required for maintaining registration status.
• Responsible to adhering to and demonstrating SBUH mission, vision and values.
• Other related duties as assigned. * Develop and implement nutrition care plan based on assessment of nutritional needs, performance of nutrition-focused physical nutrition assessment, current nutrition-related problems.
• Develop and implement nutrition care plan based on assessment of nutritional needs, performance of nutrition-focused physical nutrition assessment, current nutrition-related problems.
• Consult with physicians and other health‑care professionals concerning patient's nutritional care with recommendations for appropriate nutritional therapy.
• Counsel individuals and families in nutritional principles, meal planning, nutritional supplement or special products selection.
• Refer patient to other professionals for proper financial assistance and psychosocial intervention.
• Communicate nutritional problems, diet history and nutritional data through documentation to meet accreditation and regulatory agency's standards.
• Participate in patient care meetings, other health care team rounds, conferences and assigned committees.
• Provide in-depth nutritional evaluation and follow-up continuity care for assigned patients.
• Develop educational materials to assist in patient education and management of diet related problems.
• Mentor and supervise interns/students as assigned.
• Attend professional meetings and continuing educational programs that are required for maintaining registration status.
• Responsible to adhering to and demonstrating SBUH mission, vision and values.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required:BS or BA Nutrition, Dietetics or related field, Registered Dietitian or BS or BA Nutrition, Dietetics or related field that has completed the ACEND accredited Dietetic Internship and passes the RD exam within 3 months of hire.Demonstrates ability to conduct a nutrition focused physical exam.

Preferred: Recent teaching hospital experience.Excellent communication skills.

Posting Overview: This position will remain posted until filled or for a maximum of 90 days.An initial review of all applicants will occur two weeks from the posting date. Candidates are advised on the application that for full consideration, applications must be received before the initial review date (which is within two weeks of the posting date).

If within the initial review no candidate was selected to fill the position posted, additional applications will be considered for the posted position; however, the posting will close once a finalist is identified, and at minimal, two weeks after the initial posting date. Please note, that if no candidate were identified and hired within 90 days from initial posting, the posting would close for review, and possibly reposted at a later date.

• Stony Brook Medicine is a smoke free environment.Smoking is strictly prohibited anywhere on campus, including parking lots and outdoor areas on the premises.
• All Hospital positions maybe subject to changes in pass days and shifts as necessary.
• This position may require the wearing of respiratory protection, which may prohibit the wearing of facial hair.
• This function/position may be designated as essential. This means that when the Hospital is faced with an institutional emergency, employees in such positions may be required to remain at their work location or to report to work to protect, recover, and continue operations at Stony Brook Medicine, Stony Brook University Hospital and related facilities.

Prior to start date, the selected candidate must meet the following requirements:

• Successfully complete pre-employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from Stony Brook Medicine's Employee Health Services*
• Complete electronic reference check with a minimum of three (3) professional references.
• Successfully complete a 4panel drug screen*
• Meet Regulatory Requirements for pre employment screenings.
• Provide a copy of any required New York State license(s)/certificate(s).

Failure to comply with any of the above requirements could result in a delayed start date and/or revocation of the employment offer.

*The hiring department will be responsible for any fee incurred for examination.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The salary range for this position is listed below. This range reflects Stony Brook University Hospital’s good faith and reasonable estimate of potential compensation at the time of posting.

The final offer will be determined based on the candidate’s verified years of relevant, comparable experience. Please note that misrepresentation or inflation of experience may result in disqualification from the hiring process or termination of employment if hired.

Some positions may also include annual supplemental pay, such as:

• Location Pay: for UUP, CSEA, and PEF full-time positions
• Shift Differentials: Additional pay for evening, night, or other supplemental shifts (e.g., inconvenience pay, geographic pay, or other applicable differentials)

At Stony Brook University Hospital, your compensation extends beyond your paycheck. We offer comprehensive benefits including generous leave, health insurance, and participation in the state pension system that contribute significantly to your overall total rewards package.

Stony Brook Medicine integrates and elevates all of Stony Brook University’s health-related initiatives: education, research and patient care. It includes our Health Sciences schools - Medicine, Dental, Health Professions, Nursing and Social Welfare- a Program in Public Health,as well as Stony Brook University Hospital, Stony Brook Children’s Hospital,Stony Brook Southampton Hospital, Stony Brook Eastern Long Island Hospital, Long Island State Veterans Home, andmore than 200 community-based healthcare settings throughout Suffolk County.

Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning, and workingenvironment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.

Stony Brook University is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants, including individuals with disabilities. We will consider accommodation requests in compliance with applicable law. This process is separate from and does not require any voluntary self-identification of disability status. Please include the position title and position number (if known) in your message.

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Stony Brook University Hospital, consistent with our shared core values and our intent to achieve excellence, remains dedicated to supporting healthier and more resilient communities, both locally and globally.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The salary range (or hiring range) for this position is $75,958 - $96,334 Base **Prorated back to .5 FTE

The above salary range represents SBUH’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The specific salary offer will be based on the candidate’s validated years of comparable experience. Any efforts to inflate or misrepresent experience are grounds for disqualification from the application process or termination of employment if hired.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number in your paycheck. SBUH provides generous leave, health plans, and a state pension that add to your bottom line.

Job Number

2602611

Official Job Title : TH Clinical Nutritionist IV

Primary Location

Department/Hiring Area : Clinical Nutrition

Schedule

Part-time

Shift

Day Shift

Shift Hours

8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Pass Days

Variable

Posting Start Date

Aug 14, 2026

Posting End Date

Salary : $75,958 - $96,334 Base **Prorated back to .5 FTE

Salary Grade : SL1