Lead Dietitian: Facility Program Coordinator

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Prescott (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

VA Northern Arizona Health Care System is seeking a Dietitian (Facility Program Coordinator) to lead a specialty nutrition program within the Nutrition and Food Service team. The role includes leadership, staff development, policy and procedure oversight, and guidance to staff while coordinating program goals.

The incumbent will supervise subordinate staff, help develop training materials, and work within a multidisciplinary team to implement nutrition therapy and program improvements.

Qualifications

• Regulatory knowledge for program administration and policy
• Experience in staff development and training
• Ability to supervise and evaluate personnel
• Knowledge of quality improvement activities
• Knowledge of budget and staffing planning

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of the facility program ensuring local compliance with national policy
• Coordinate multidisciplinary team to develop local goals and measure progress
• Develop and evaluate staff performance and provide coaching
• Develop policies and procedures and training materials
• Provide program-specific leadership, guidance, and technical advice

Skills

Program administration

Leadership

Staff development

Quality improvement

Policy development

Education

Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

VA Northern Arizona Health Care System is seeking a Dietitian (Facility Program Coordinator) to lead a specialty nutrition program within the Nutrition and Food Service team. The role includes leadership, staff development, policy and procedure oversight, and guidance to staff while coordinating program goals.

The incumbent will supervise subordinate staff, help develop training materials, and work within a multidisciplinary team to implement nutrition therapy and program improvements.