Dietitian: Impactful Nutrition Care & Benefits

Encompass Health; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical, dental, vision for

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Company-matching 401(k)

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Encompass Health is seeking a dedicated Dietitian in Charlottesville to promote health through personalized nutrition plans and education. You will assess nutritional needs, develop and implement dietary plans, and guide patients on post-discharge diets while monitoring progress in a rehabilitation setting.

The role emphasizes compassionate care, collaboration with the care team, and education to improve patient well-being within the community.

Qualifications

• Registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration is required or preferred.
• State licensure is required.
• Membership in the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics is preferred.
• One year of Clinical Dietetics experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' nutritional needs and develop personalized dietary plans.
• Instruct patients on post-discharge diets and monitor nutritional status.
• Educate patients on healthy eating habits and nutrition education.
• Document nutrition care plans and update medical records as required.
• Collaborate with physicians and other disciplines to support patient care.
• Adapt menus and perform calorie counts to ensure nutritional adequacy.

Education

Bachelor's or advanced degree in Food & Nutrition

Job description

Encompass Health is seeking a dedicated Dietitian in Charlottesville to promote health through personalized nutrition plans and education. You will assess nutritional needs, develop and implement dietary plans, and guide patients on post-discharge diets while monitoring progress in a rehabilitation setting.

The role emphasizes compassionate care, collaboration with the care team, and education to improve patient well-being within the community.