Dietitian

Novant Health; Kernersville (NC); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CME allowance

Grant funding for certifications

Remote work flexibility

Job summary

Novant Health Bariatric Clinic seeks a Licensed Dietitian in Kernersville, NC, with full-time daytime hours and remote/on-site flexibility to support clinic operations. You will assess nutrition, create care plans, and educate patients while collaborating with the broader healthcare team.

The role offers CME funding and opportunities for certifications, with a focus on delivering high-quality nutrition care to diverse patient populations in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in dietetics, nutrition, foods or related field required.
• Registered Dietitian status by the Commission on Dietetic Registration is required.
• Licensed Dietitian in the appropriate state.
• Minimum of one year of experience as a Registered Clinical Dietitian preferred.
• Ability to complete competency testing and patient education for diverse populations.
• Strong communication and education skills for individuals and groups.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive nutritional assessments of patients.
• Develop and implement individualized nutrition care plans.
• Provide education and counseling to patients and families.
• Monitor progress and adjust care plans as needed.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.

Skills

Communication

Group education

Public speaking

Cultural awareness

Patient education

Education

Bachelor's degree in dietetics or related field

Graduate degree (preferred)

Job description

What We Offer

Join Our Team as a Licensed Dietitian

Position: Dietitian
Location: Novant Health Bariatric Clinic, Kernersville & Rural Hall, North Carolina
Employment Type: Full-Time, Daytime position with a flexible schedule that allows for both Remote and On-Site opportunities, supporting operational needs while promoting work life balance.

$1,500 annually for CME allowance

• Approved grant funding is available to support professional development opportunities, including additional and specialty certifications for the Registered Dietitian, which would help further enhance the program’s clinical resources and services.
• Flexibility with remote work.

Position Overview

• Conduct Nutritional Assessments: Perform comprehensive evaluations of patients' nutritional status to identify needs and risks.
• Develop and Implement Care Plans: Create individualized nutrition care plans based on assessment findings and collaborate with the healthcare team for optimal patient outcomes.
• Provide Education and Counseling: Offer one-on-one and group education sessions to patients and families, focusing on nutrition-related topics and behavior change strategies.
• Monitor and Evaluate Progress: Regularly assess and document patient progress, adjusting care plans as necessary to ensure effective nutrition management.
• Collaborate with Healthcare Teams: Work closely with interdisciplinary teams to integrate nutrition care into overall patient treatment plans.
• Position offers Remote work as dictated by need and volume.

What We're Looking For

• Education: 4 Year / Bachelors Degree, required. Bachelors in dietetics, nutrition, foods and nutrition.
  • Graduate Degree, preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of one year of experience as a Registered Clinical Dietitian, preferred.
• Licensure/Certification: Registered Dietitian status by the commission on Dietetic Registration, required.
  • Licensed Dietitian in appropriate state, required.
• Additional Skills (required): Ability to successfully complete generic and department-specific skills validation and competency testing. Knowledge, ability and skills to support patient education and patient engagement in self-care management to accommodate cultural diversity, age specific or behavior needs among the patients being served.
• Additional Skills (preferred): Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to relay information to diverse audiences for one‑on‑one consultations, small and large group presentations; dynamic presence for media interviews, health fairs and other invited presentations/appearances.

Why Choose Novant Health?

At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.

Job Opening ID

177600