Dietitian - Vance AFB. OK

Magellan Health; Enid (OK); On-site; USD 64,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Tobacco-free workplace

Job summary

Magellan Health is seeking a Dietitian at Vance AFB to lead performance nutrition initiatives, deliver nutrition education, and mentor personnel. The role emphasizes collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to improve physical performance, recovery, sleep, and body composition for service members.

The candidate will develop curricula, provide coaching, and integrate nutrition strategies across mission and training objectives while ensuring compliance with credentials and licensure requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nutrition, Dietetics or a closely related field.
• 3+ years of post-graduate experience as a Registered Dietitian.
• Current knowledge of performance nutrition for athletes or tactical populations.
• Experience developing and delivering nutrition education programs and training materials.
• Proficient in computers, software, and documentation systems.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements performance nutrition policies, curriculum, and educational initiatives.
• Delivers individual and group nutrition counseling and performance coaching.
• Mentors unit-level personnel on performance nutrition delivery.
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to support physical performance and readiness.
• Supports body composition and weight management programs; willing to travel.

Skills

Communication skills

Travel willingness

Computer proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nutrition/Dietetics

Registered Dietitian (RD)

AED Certification

CPR Certification

Job description

Title: Dietitian - Vance AFB

Serves as the performance nutrition subject matter expert, delivering nutrition education, coaching, and consultation to optimize the health, readiness, and performance of Service Members.

Develops and implements performance nutrition programs and curriculum that support operational, training, and wellness objectives.

Partners closely with interdisciplinary teams to integrate nutrition strategies that enhance physical performance, recovery, cognitive function, and body composition outcomes while providing mentorship and support to unit-level personnel.

Develops and Manages Performance Nutrition Programs: Leads the development and implementation of performance nutrition policies, curriculum, and educational initiatives aligned with mission and command requirements. (20%)

Serves as the Nutrition Subject Matter Expert and Mentor: Advises leadership, contributes to program assessments and improvements, develops evidence-based resources, and mentors unit-level personnel on the delivery of performance nutrition programs. (20%)

Provides Nutrition Education and Coaching: Delivers individual and group nutrition counseling, education, and performance coaching to enhance health, readiness, and operational performance. (20%)

Collaborates with Human Performance Teams: Integrates nutrition strategies with multidisciplinary teams to support physical performance, injury recovery, cognitive function, sleep optimization, and overall mission readiness. (20%)

Supports Body Composition and Weight Management Programs: Provides specialized guidance and ongoing support to personnel enrolled in body composition or weight management programs, promoting sustainable lifestyle and behavioral changes. (20%)

The job duties listed above are representative and not intended to be all-inclusive of what may be expected of an employee assigned to this job. A leader may assign additional or other duties which would align with the intent of this job, without revision to the job description.

Responsibilities

• Bachelor's degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university.
• Maintains all required professional credentials and licensure; sustains Medical Group credentialing and privileging.
• 3+ years of post-graduate experience as a Registered Dietitian, with a demonstrated focus on performance nutrition for athletes or tactical populations.
• Current knowledge of industry best practices and research in performance nutrition.
• Demonstrated experience developing and delivering nutrition education programs and training materials for athletes or tactical populations.
• Ability to work in dynamic environments, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and support mission-focused care.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present information to service members, leaders, and healthcare professionals.
• Willingness to travel.
• Proficient in the use of computers, software, and technology to document work performed, utilization, and other required information.

General Job Information

• Title Dietitian - Vance AFB.
• OK Grade 25
• Work Experience - Required Nutrition and Dietetics
• Work Experience - Preferred
• Education - Required Bachelor's
• Education - Honor Bachelor - Dietetics, Bachelor's
• Education - Preferred Nutrition Education
• License and Certifications - Required AED - Automated External Defibrillator Certification
• License and Certifications - Required Care Mgmt, CPR - Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification
• License and Certifications - Required Care Mgmt, RD - Registered Dietitian
• License and Certifications - Preferred
• Salary Range
• Salary Minimum: $64,285
• Salary Maximum: $102,855
• This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data.
• Minimums and maximums may vary based on location.
• Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law.
• This position may be eligible for short-term incentives as well as a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits and Perks

Magellan offers a broad range of health, life, voluntary and other benefits and perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing.

Magellan Health, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Tobacco-free workplace.

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled.

Every employee must understand, comply with and attest to the security responsibilities and security controls unique to their position; and comply with all applicable legal, regulatory, and contractual requirements and internal policies and procedures.

Company Culture

Magellan is the employer of choice for hard working people interested in making a difference in the health care industry and in the communities where we work and live.

Our strong culture of caring is the common thread in both our business strategy and our work environment.

We value professional growth and development, total health and wellness, rewards and recognition as well as employee unity.

Magellan is a place where you can thrive.

Magellan is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, disabled veteran or veteran of the Vietnam Era status, or any other factors protected by law.

Magellan is committed to meeting applicable Federal labor and employment law posting requirements by providing necessary posters in a format which is easily accessible and conspicuous to all applicants.