Dietitian

Ernest Health, Inc.; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO and HDHP options

Health Savings Account

Dental and Vision coverage

401K with employer matching

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness program with challenges

Paid time off

Job summary

Laredo Rehabilitation Hospital in Laredo, Texas is seeking a Dietitian for a fulltime role in our inpatient rehab team. You will coordinate meals and dietary plans for patients, ensuring special diets and nutritional needs are met within a patient-centered care model.

The position supports our bilingual staff and emphasizes teamwork with a multidisciplinary group to improve patient outcomes and independence.

Qualifications

• Current Dietitian license required or certified by the state Commission on Dietetics.
• One year of hospital patient care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates the preparation and serving of meals according to general or special diets.
• Specifies dietary requirements for patients with nutritional needs.
• Collaborates with the Food Services Manager to implement the hospital diet plan.

Skills

Dietitian licensure

Hospital experience

Job description

Dietitian- Fulltime - Laredo, Texas

Laredo Rehabilitation Hospital in Laredo, Texas is a full-service inpatient rehabilitation hospital committed to helping patients in South Texas recover and thrive after serious injuries or illnesses. Our hospital provides intensive rehabilitation programs for stroke patients, brain and spinal cord injuries, orthopedic injuries, and other complex conditions, all under the guidance of our skilled multidisciplinary team. We pride ourselves on offering personalized care - our physical, occupational, and speech therapists tailor each treatment plan to the patient’s unique needs and cultural background, reflecting the community we serve. With modern facilities and a caring bilingual staff, we ensure patients, and their families feel supported and informed throughout the recovery journey. Accredited by The Joint Commission and consistently rated among top rehab providers, Laredo Rehabilitation Hospital is dedicated to restoring independence and improving quality of life for our patients.

We are seeking a Dietitian to join our team of passionate patient caregivers!

As a participating hospital of Ernest Health, we offer robust recognition, wellness, and retention programs. These programs focus to enhance the employees’ work experience, recognize, and celebrate achievements. We also encourage employees to share their work experience through "My Ernest Journey" and through our Engagement Survey, where our approach is "You Spoke, We Listened". These platforms provide additional avenues for employees to give feedback about their work experience and share what is important to them.

Our hospital offers comprehensive benefits, designed to support your health and financial well-being.

Benefits:

• PPO and High Deductible Medical Plan options
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account options available
• Dental and Vision coverage
• 401K with employer matching
• Life insurance
• Short-and-long term disability

Wellness & Work Life Balance:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program with quarterly wellness challenges with participation incentives
• Earned Time Off - start accruing vacation time on start date

Professional Growth:

• Continuing education opportunities and reimbursement

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• Current Dietitian license required or certified by the Commission on Dietetics, as required by state.
• One year of experience in the care of patients in hospital setting preferred.

Additional Qualifications/Skills:

• Demonstrates an understanding of treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiency
• Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
• Demonstrates general computer skills including: data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
• Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.
• Ability to utilize the appropriate leadership skills in delegating, organizing, and educating coworkers and staff.

Responsibilities

Coordinates the preparation and serving of meals, in collaboration with the Food Services Manager, based on general or special diets. Specifies dietary requirements for patients with special restrictions or nutritional needs. Integrates the hospital’s mission and "Guiding Principles" into daily practice.