Dietitian

Encompass Health; Mechanicsburg (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 26,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement opportunities

Company-matching 401(k) plans

Flexible spending accounts

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Dietitian to promote health and wellness through personalized nutrition plans. Responsibilities include assessing nutritional needs, implementing dietary plans, and educating patients on healthy eating habits. Required qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Food & Nutrition and state licensure. This part-time position offers various benefits including medical plans, paid time off, and opportunities for tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
• Membership in the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics preferred.
• One year of clinical dietetics experience preferred.
• Membership in the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with and counsel patients per physician orders.
• Evaluate referral orders for nutrition adequacy.
• Document relevant information in patient records.
• Document information in the medical record and review menus for nutritional adequacy.
• Adapt menus and support patients with special dietary needs.

Skills

Counseling patients

Nutritional assessment

Menu adaptation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food & Nutrition

State licensure

Registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration

Membership in the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

Job description

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Seniority Level: Entry level — Employment type: Part-time

Overview

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. If you are passionate about making a positive impact on individuals' lives through nutrition and are seeking a rewarding career that aligns with your values, consider joining us on our mission to enhance the well‑being of the patients we serve in your community.

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.

Benefits

At Encompass Health, we are committed to creating a supportive, inclusive, and caring environment where you can thrive. From day one, you will have access to the following 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!

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.

EEO Statement

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.