FFS-Registered Dietitian Nutritionist

Wheeler Clinic; Bristol, Northern (CT, KY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Wheeler Clinic in Bristol, CT is seeking a part-time Registered Dietitian Nutritionist to provide nutrition assessment, counseling and education to patients across the lifespan.

The role involves fee-for-service work, 8 hours per week, with one weekly cooking class from 5:30 to 7:30 pm; licensure in CT is required and bilingual Spanish is a plus.

Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to tailor nutrition plans and address food insecurity in the community.

Qualifications

• ACEND-accredited bachelor’s degree in Nutrition and Dietetics.
• Diabetes or pediatric certification preferred.
• Four years related work experience preferred.
• Bilingual Spanish speaking preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments and screen for risks.
• Develop counseling plans addressing health risks in collaboration with providers.
• Provide culturally competent nutrition education to patients and families.
• Teach nutrition classes in the center's kitchen and community settings.
• Coordinate food insecurity screening and link families to resources.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary care teams and participate in required meetings.

Skills

Interprofessional collaboration

Culturally competent care

Patient education

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition and Dietetics

CT licensure as Dietitian Nutritionist

Diabetes or pediatric certification (preferred)

Job description

Wheeler's vision is that all people will have the opportunity to grow, change and live healthier, productive lives. Our mission is to provide equitable access to innovative care that improves health, recovery and growth at all stages of life.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Medical Director, the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) provides nutrition assessment, intervention, education and counseling to ensure patients of all ages diets match their health status and support optimal physical health and well-being.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS

Must have a bachelor’s degree and coursework accredited or approved by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics. Diabetes or pediatric certification preferred but not required. Four years of related work experience preferred. Bilingual Spanish speaking preferred.

Must have excellent written and oral communication skills, as well as interpersonal and team building skills. Competency in working with diverse cultural, racial and ethnic groups required. Must be self‑motivated and directed.

Licensure Requirements for Clinical Positions

Registered as a Dietitian Nutritionist in the State of Connecticut

LOCATION

Bristol, CT. This position may also provide support to health centers located in Hartford, New Britain, Plainville and Waterbury.

SCHEDULE

Fee for service, 8 hours per week. This Dietitian will also teach a cooking class one evening a week from 5:30-7:30pm.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

At Wheeler, we're committed to not only supporting your career growth but also ensuring your well-being and security. Here's how we invest in you:

Maintain Work-Life Harmony:

• Access free and confidential counseling through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Conduct comprehensive assessment of the patient's nutritional status and diet history and screen for potential risks.

Assess provider's orders and develop counseling intervention/service plan to address specific health risks or conditions.

Provide culturally competent education to patients and their families on nutritional needs and diets.

Collaborate on all plans and patient progress with multidisciplinary care teams and other community supports. Attend all required team meetings.

Monitor tolerance and effectiveness of nutritional regimen and make treatment modifications in collaboration with provider.

Teach nutrition classes in the center's kitchen that enable patients to make healthy food choices and manage the symptoms of disease or chronic conditions.

Implement specialized evidence-based curricula on nutrition for toddlers, diabetes, and other health conditions in conjunction with the community health worker program.

Prepare customized programs for patients to use at home and monitor progress with patient and care team.

Screen for food insecurity using a validated tool or questions.

Link families with food and nutritional resources in the community.

Coordinate special projects to address food insecurity within population served.

Provide occasional community presentations on nutrition and diet as it relates to specific health conditions.

Continues to develop knowledge and understanding about the history, traditions, values, family systems, and artistic expression of groups served as well as uses appropriate methodological approaches, skills, and techniques that reflect an understanding of culture.

Wheeler Clinic is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.