Hourly Dietitian

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS); Cheshire (CT); On-site; USD 51,143 - 72,840; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off (vacation and sick)

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Career development and ongoing training

Job summary

A governmental health organization is seeking an Hourly Dietitian. You will perform nutritional assessments, provide interventions, and educate patients and staff about nutritional needs. This role is full-time with a salary of $45/hour. Ideal candidates are Registered Dietitians with a degree in Food and Nutrition. The organization offers competitive benefits and opportunities for career development.

Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian with Commission of Dietetic Registration and licensed dietitian as required per state regulations.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Complete nutritional assessments and provide interventions for inpatient and outpatient care.
• Provide education to patients and staff on nutritional needs.
• Document patient assessments and interventions.
• Communicate with physicians on patients’ nutritional status.
• Manage physician orders for therapeutic diets.
• Attend patient rounds and compliance with clinical nutrition policies.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Professionalism

Proactivity

Team Player

Business Ethics

Organization

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Food and Nutrition or related field

Tools

Computer experience with word processing, spreadsheets, and various software

Job description

Join to apply for the Hourly Dietitian role at U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).

Salary: $45/hour (negotiable based on experience).

Extra benefits include paid CDR and state licensure fees. We encourage continued learning and advanced certifications! Work for a company that you can grow with!

Responsibilities

Complete nutritional assessments and provide interventions using evidence-based practices for both inpatient and outpatient care.

Provide education to patients, families, nursing, food service, and other facility staff on nutritional needs.

Document assessment of patients with nutritional goals and interventions in the medical record.

Communicate with physicians and clinical staff on patients’ nutritional status.

Manage physician orders for therapeutic diets and supplements.

Attend patient rounds and maintain clinical nutrition policies to support regulatory compliance.

Skills

• Interpersonal Skills: Ability to interact with individuals of all backgrounds.
• Communication: Effective written, spoken, and non-verbal communication.
• Customer Service: Service-oriented mentality with a focus on exceeding expectations.
• Professionalism: Maintain a positive and professional demeanor.
• Proactivity: Self-motivated with the ability to effectively prioritize projects and needs.
• Team Player: Willingness to provide support where needed to achieve outcomes.
• Business Ethics: Demonstrate integrity, respect, and discretion in all business dealings.
• Organization: Attention to detail and ability to effectively manage tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• Registered Dietitian with Commission of Dietetic Registration and licensed dietitian as required per state regulations.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Food and Nutrition or related field.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards.
• Computer experience with word processing, spreadsheets, and various software.

What We Offer

• Paid time off (vacation and sick).
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Career development and ongoing training.

Important to Know

Many healthcare facilities require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved exemption in place.

Veterans and candidates with military experience are encouraged to apply.

HHS is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to workplace diversity and inclusion.

Who is HHS

HHS is a private, family-owned business dedicated to caring for its team members and providing honest, quality-driven customer service. Founded in 1975 as Hospital Housekeeping Systems, today HHS provides services including housekeeping, food, and facility management to nearly 1,000 customers across six industries.

We are growing rapidly and seeking motivated leaders to join us for the next stage of our journey. We support and encourage growth from within and believe that we have countless future leaders in our organization who are waiting for their next opportunity. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Team supports a work environment where individuals of all backgrounds are heard, respected, and encouraged to grow.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job function

Health Care Provider

Industries

Government Administration