Dietetic Assistant - Meyer Orthopedic Rehab Hospital

CoxHealth; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated professional to provide nutritional care and support to patients. This role emphasizes excellent customer service and communication skills, ensuring that patients receive the best possible care. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with a positive attitude and the ability to work collaboratively within a team. With a commitment to workplace excellence, this position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community while being part of a recognized and supportive healthcare organization.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Retirement Plan with Employer Match

Qualifications

• Preferred education in nutrition and dietetics.
• Experience in nutrition and dietetics is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for nutritional care and follow-up of patients.
• Communicating information appropriately to health professionals.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Basic Computer Skills

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Basic Math Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Education in Nutrition and Dietetics

Job description

Summary

About Us

CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals, 5 ERs, and over 80 clinics. CoxHealth has earned numerous honors for workplace excellence, including:

• Named one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to Work five times.
• Named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces by Newsweek.
• Recognized as a Greatest Workplace for Women in 2023 and 2024.
• Listed as one of the Greatest Workplaces for Diversity in 2024.
• Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads.
• Ranked among the Best Employers by State for Missouri.

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement Plan with employer match, and more!
• For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealth

Job Summary

Responsible for nutritional care and follow-up of patients, communicating information appropriately to other health professionals. Requires excellent customer service skills, a self-starter attitude, and a positive demeanor.

Job Requirements

• Education
• Required: None
• Preferred: High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Preferred: Education in nutrition and dietetics

• Experience

Prefer experience in nutrition and dietetics.

• Skills
• Basic reading, writing, and simple math skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to follow directions and work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Ability to move quickly and stand for long periods.
• Strong phone etiquette with clear and concise communication.

• Licensure/Certification/Registration

N/A