Hybrid RD - Behavioral Health Dietitian (Part-Time)

Zohorecruit; Redmond (WA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

RD Nutrition Consultants LLC is actively seeking a part-time, hybrid Clinical Registered Dietitian to support inpatient behavioral health services across two area campuses. The role offers 50% remote work, with 1-2 onsite visits weekly, and compensation of $40.00-$45.00 per hour plus paid travel time.

Responsibilities include comprehensive nutrition assessments, individualized care plans, nutrition education, and collaboration with psychiatrists and the treatment team to achieve optimal patient

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or a related field from an accredited program.
• Registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (RD/RDN).
• Washington State Certified Dietitian (CD), or eligible to obtain before start.
• Behavioral health, psychiatric, or eating disorder experience preferred.
• Clinical experience in a hospital or inpatient setting preferred.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills for working with patients and interdisciplinary teams.
• Ability to work autonomously, manage time across two campuses, and prioritize effectively.
• Reliable transportation for travel between the Kirkland and Everett campuses.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive nutrition assessments for patients identified at nutritional risk, adhering to facility policies and procedures.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized, evidence-based nutrition care plans for patients with psychiatric and co-occurring medical conditions.
• Address nutrition concerns common in behavioral health, including medication‑related weight changes, metabolic risk, disordered eating, and substance use recovery.
• Provide nutrition education and counseling to patients, individually and in groups, to support recovery and discharge planning.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, nurses, therapists, and other members of the interdisciplinary treatment team to optimize patient outcomes.
• Review therapeutic diet orders and collaborate with food service to ensure meals meet patient needs and regulatory standards.
• Ensure compliance with all hospital policies and regulatory standards (e.g., TJC, CMS).
• Maintain thorough and timely electronic medical record documentation.
• Serve as a nutrition expert and resource for hospital staff, contributing to staff education.
• Perform other tasks as assigned and within scope of practice as needed.

Skills

Nutrition care planning

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Time management

Autonomy

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Dietetics/Nutrition

Job description

RD Nutrition Consultants LLC is actively seeking a part-time, hybrid Clinical Registered Dietitian to support inpatient behavioral health services across two area campuses. The role offers 50% remote work, with 1-2 onsite visits weekly, and compensation of $40.00-$45.00 per hour plus paid travel time.

Responsibilities include comprehensive nutrition assessments, individualized care plans, nutrition education, and collaboration with psychiatrists and the treatment team to achieve optimal patient