Outpatient Dietitian (RD/LD) — Patient Education & Care

National Network of Public Health Institutes; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Holiday/vacation/sick leave

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Education opportunities

Merchant discounts

Concierge prescription delivery

Job summary

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences seeks a Registered Dietitian to provide individualized and team-based nutritional care in the outpatient setting. You will educate patients and families, collaborate with staff, and support the Nutrition Department Outpatient Team Lead.

The role requires RD and LD licensure in Arkansas, a dietetic internship, and strong communication skills. Opportunities include teaching, patient education, and participation in hospital outreach.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Nutrition/Dietetics.
• Registered Dietitian (RD) and LD license in Arkansas.
• Completion of a dietetic internship.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Interviewing candidates at all levels in Nutrition, LD & RD.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient's nutritional needs and make recommendations.
• Document in the electronic medical record.
• Educate family, students, and other professional staff.
• Teach and discuss patient needs with medical staff and caregivers.
• Perform clerical and office duties as assigned.
• Present to external audiences as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Computer skills

Interviewing candidates

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nutrition/Dietetics

Registered Dietitian (RD)

Licensed Dietitian (LD) in Arkansas

Dietetic internship completed

Job description

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences seeks a Registered Dietitian to provide individualized and team-based nutritional care in the outpatient setting. You will educate patients and families, collaborate with staff, and support the Nutrition Department Outpatient Team Lead.

The role requires RD and LD licensure in Arkansas, a dietetic internship, and strong communication skills. Opportunities include teaching, patient education, and participation in hospital outreach.