Dietitian

Encompass Health; Aldie (VA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 95,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) and stock purchase plans

Job summary

A national inpatient rehabilitation leader is seeking a Dietitian for a PRN opportunity offering $45/hour. Responsibilities include assessing nutritional needs, developing dietary plans, and educating patients on healthy eating. A Bachelor's degree in Food & Nutrition and state licensure are required. Benefits include medical plans, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Must have state licensure.
• Preferred membership in the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
• One year of clinical dietetics experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' nutritional needs and develop individualized dietary plans.
• Implement dietary plans and provide education on healthy eating habits.
• Instruct patients on post-discharge diets and monitor nutritional status.

Skills

Patient assessment

Nutrition education

Menu adaptation

Education

Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Food & Nutrition

Registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration

Job description

Overview

Dietitian Career Opportunity at Encompass Health. PRN Opportunity, $45/hour. Must have availability for 3 shifts per month with additional during initial training.

Compensation

Base pay range: $82,000.00/yr - $95,000.00/yr. Range provided by Encompass Health; actual pay based on skills and experience. Discuss with your recruiter to learn more.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' nutritional needs and develop individualized dietary plans.
• Implement dietary plans and provide education on healthy eating habits.
• Instruct patients on post-discharge diets and monitor nutritional status.
• Explain nutrition-related care to patients and collaborate with physicians and other care team members.
• Document pertinent information in the patient’s medical record; evaluate referral orders and ensure nutrition intake adequacy.
• Adapt menus and assist patients with special dietary needs; conduct calorie counts and make recommendations; review, revise, and sign menus for nutritional adequacy.

Qualifications

• Registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) of the American Dietetic Association.
• State licensure required.
• Membership in the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics preferred.
• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Food & Nutrition from an accredited institution.
• One year of clinical dietetics experience preferred.

Benefits & Perks

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for full-time and part-time employees and their families.
• Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
• Tuition reimbursement and opportunities for ongoing education.
• Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans.
• Flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts.

About Encompass Health

Encompass Health is a national inpatient rehabilitation leader with a growing team dedicated to delivering quality care and improving patient well-being.

Equality & Culture

Encompass Health provides equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, color, creed, age, disability, or any other protected classification.