Dietitian

Encompass Health Corporation; Lutz (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement opportunities

Company-matching 401(k)

Employee stock purchase plans

Flexible spending and health savings accounts

Job summary

Encompass Health Corporation is seeking a dedicated dietitian in Lutz, Florida, to promote health and wellness through personalized nutrition plans. Responsibilities include assessing nutritional needs, implementing dietary plans, and educating patients on healthy eating. The ideal candidate will have a registered dietitian status and a degree in Food & Nutrition.

Join our community that values diversity and offers generous perks including medical plans, paid time off, and educational reimbursement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
• State licensure required.
• One year of Clinical Dietetics experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Counsel patients per physician orders and diet instructions.
• Evaluate referral orders for nutrition adequacy.
• Document information in the patient's medical record.
• Assist patients with special dietary needs.
• Conduct calorie counts and recommendations.

Skills

Patient counseling

Communication with physicians

Nutritional care planning

Calorie counting

Education

Bachelor's or advanced degree in Food & Nutrition

Registered dietitian

State licensure

Membership in the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

Job description

Dietitian Career Opportunity

Are you a dedicated dietitian in search of a career that feels close to home and heart? As a dietitian at Encompass Health, you'll play a crucial role in promoting health and wellness through personalized nutrition plans. Your responsibilities will include assessing patients' nutritional needs, developing and implementing dietary plans, and providing education on healthy eating habits. In this role, you will instruct patients on post‑discharge diets and monitor their nutritional status.

Starting Perks and Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for both full‑time and part‑time employees and their families.
• Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
• Opportunities for tuition reimbursement and continuous education.
• Company‑matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
• A vibrant community of individuals passionate about the work they do!

Responsibilities

• Communicate with and counsel patients per physician orders and diet instruction.
• Communicate with physicians and other involved disciplines in patient care.
• Evaluate referral orders to determine adequacy of nutrition intake methods.
• Document pertinent information in the patient's medical record according to established standards.
• Implement nutritional care plans, adapt menus, and assist patients with special dietary needs.
• Conduct calorie counts and make appropriate recommendations.
• Review, revise, and sign off menus for nutritional adequacy.

Qualifications

• Registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the American Dietetic Association.
• State licensure required.
• Membership in the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics preferred.
• Bachelor's or advanced degree from an accredited institution with a major in Food & Nutrition.
• One year of Clinical Dietetics experience preferred.

At Encompass Health, we celebrate and welcome diversity in our inclusive culture. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, color, creed, age, mental or physical disability, or any other protected classification.