Dietitian - Dialysis Center

L.E. Cox Medical Centers; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Dental

Retirement plan with employer match

Sign-On Bonus up to $6,000

Relocation bonus up to $3,000

Paid Time Off, up to 40 hours

Job summary

CoxHealth is seeking a registered dietitian to provide Medical Nutrition Therapy and lead nutrition care within the Nutrition Therapy SGF department.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree (required) and a master’s degree (required by Jan 2024), as well as licensure and board registration. You will collaborate with providers and precept interns while delivering patient-centered care and community education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nutrition/dietetics or related field,
• Master's degree in nutrition, dietetics, or related field; graduate after January 2024.

Responsibilities

• Provide Medical Nutrition Therapy to patients per standards and acts.
• Lead the patient care team in nutrition plan of care development.
• Coordinate care with the interdisciplinary team and providers.
• Precept Dietetic Interns and contribute to quality initiatives.
• Develop educational programs for clients and community audiences.

Skills

Reading/Writing

Communication

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Education

Bachelor's Degree in nutrition/dietetics

Master's degree in nutrition or related field

Job description

Facility

CoxHealth South: 3801 S National Ave, Springfield, Missouri, United States of America, 65807

Department: 1081 Nutrition Therapy SGF

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America)

Organization Overview

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 the following honors for workplace excellence: 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 both 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. Healthcare Innovation’s Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare in 2025.

Benefits

• Medical
• Vision
• Dental
• Retirement Plan with employer match
• and many more!

Additional Information About the Position for Qualified Candidates

• Up to $6,000 Sign-On Bonus
• Up to 40 hours of front-loaded Paid Time Off
• Up to $3,000 Relocation bonus
• $1.00 Certification pay
• Career Ladder Bonus eligible up to $5,000

Job Summary

Responsible for all aspects of the Nutrition Care Process. Provide Medical Nutrition Therapy to patients in accordance with The Dietitian Practice Act and National Standards of Care as identified by professional Dietetic and Nutrition Support Organizations. Implement appropriate patient-centered nutrition interventions and goals. Leads the patient care team in development and implementation of nutrition plan of care. Communicate with patients, patient family members and other members of the health care team in a timely, professional and effective manner. Provide guidance in The Nutrition Care Process and manage per Provider ordered protocols the delivery of Medical Nutrition Therapy. Includes managing per Provider orders and/or protocols the provision of specialized nutrition support for clients receiving home nutrition support therapies. Act as a patient liaison to coordinate care with internal and external members of the interdisciplinary team. Precept Dietetic Interns. Assist in quality improvement initiatives to support departmental and organizational goals. Develop and provide educational programs for clients, students, employee and community audiences.

Education

• Required: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
• Required: Master’s degree in nutrition, dietetics or related field; graduate after January 2024

Experience

• Preferred: 1-2 years clinical experience
• Preferred: Experience in application of Nutrition Diagnostics and Nutrition Focused Physical Exam
• Preferred: Experience in provision of specialized nutrition support

Skills

• Reading, writing, mathematic calculations pertinent to position, computer skills
• Able to communicate effectively with individuals and groups
• Able to follow direction and work congenially as a team player
• Able to sit or stand for long periods of time

Licensure/Certification/Registration

• Required: Registered Dietitian with applicable State Licensure
• Required: Maintains Registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration of The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
• Required: Maintains applicable State Licensure
• Preferred: Board certification in advanced specialty practice

Our Mission

To improve the health of the communities we serve.

Our Vision

To be the best for those who need us.

Our Values

Safety, compassion, respect, and integrity.

Company Culture

CoxHealth is the region’s employer of choice because we keep our mission, vision, and values in mind with every decision for our employees and our patients. CoxHealth is the area leader in health care and community involvement, with six hospitals, more than 80 clinics, five ERs and more than 14,000 employees throughout southwest Missouri. We offer a wide range of treatments and services to help with whatever health needs you might have. Whether you're about to become a parent, have an illness or need medical information, we’re here for you. And if your goal is to live a healthy, balanced life with the best tools available, we can help with that, too. We know that your health and the health of your loved ones are some of the most personal, important parts of your life. That's why we keep our Mission, Vision and Values at the center of everything we do, every day. Thank you for choosing CoxHealth.