Part Time Dietitian

ClearSky Health; Waxahachie (TX); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) match

Student loan assistance

Tuition reimbursement

CEU 360 membership

No productivity mandates

Wellness programs

Job summary

ClearSky Health in Texas seeks a Registered Dietitian to design and implement therapeutic nutritional care plans for hospitalized patients. You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, document in medical records, educate patients and families, and ensure menus align with prescribed diets.

This full-time role requires RD licensure and 2+ years in a hospital setting, plus strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Two years directly related hospital experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in dietetics, nutritional sciences, clinical nutrition, public health nutrition, or related area required.
• Registered Dietitian licensure required by state requirements.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team in nutritional care and documents in medical records.
• Monitors patient progress and notes care plans and outcomes.
• Educates patients, families and staff on diet plans and nutrition.
• Maintains dietary operations to ensure menus meet prescribed nutritional plans.
• Maintains current diet manual approved jointly by dietitian and medical staff.
• Complies with safety and infection prevention standards and promotes a safe environment.

Skills

Critical thinking

Time management

Communication

Computer skills

Confidentiality

Independence

Teamwork

Records management

Education

Registered Dietitian license (RD)

Tools

EMR systems

MS Office

Job description

Our hospital provides high-quality care that transforms the lives of those living with disabling injuries and illnesses. We distinguish ourselves through our commitment to excellence, to our patients, to our employees, and to the communities we serve.The Dietitian designs and implements therapeutic nutritional care plans for patients, based on physician’s diagnosis, utilizing general dietetic standards and regulations. This position must integrate company values into daily practice.Essential Functions:Collaborates with interdisciplinary team in the nutritional aspects of patient care by: sharing specialized knowledge with others on the medical team, participating appropriately in patient rounds and conferences, recording in medical records, and assessing the nutritional status of patients, instructing patients, recording diet histories, interpreting and integrating therapeutic principles.Monitors and documents patient progress and consults with physicians as needed. Makes appropriate notation of food and drug interaction in the patient medical record.Educates and provides guidance to staff, patients, and families regarding diet and food plans.Administers and advises dietary operations to ensure menus comply with prescribed nutritional plans.Maintain current diet manual for therapeutic diets that have been approved jointly by the dietitian and medical staff.May be required to work during inclement weather and other staffing emergencies.Provides an environment conducive to safety for patients, visitors, and staff. Assesses the risks for safety and implements appropriate precautions. Complies with appropriate and approved safety and Infection Prevention standards.Maintains regular attendance in keeping with assigned work schedule.Completes required trainings, as assigned.Performs other duties as assigned to support overall effectiveness of the organization.About the Opportunity - Why join our team?Come join us as you take the next step of your career with a team that values your expertise and supports your continued growth! As a Dietitian you’ll be part of a collaborative team dedicated to clinical excellence, professional development and delivering high quality patient care that helps restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities for patients experiencing injuries or disease.This role is full time and will work 40 hours per week (days).Compensation & Benefits - Everything You Need to Thrive Competitive Compensation - Starting at $60,000/year Full Benefits - Medical, Dental & Vision from Day One Career Advancement - Continued Growth & Mentorship Paths CEU 360 Membership - Continuous Learning, Covered 401(k) + Company Match - Retirement Savings from Day One Student Loan Repayment - Plus Tuition Reimbursement ️ No Productivity Mandates - Quality over Quotas Health & Wellness - Physical & Mental Well-Being ProgramsMinimum Job RequirementsMinimum Education & Experience:Two years directly related experience in hospital setting preferred.Bachelor’s degree in dietetics, nutritional sciences, clinical nutrition, public health nutrition, or a related area required.Required Licenses, Certifications, and/or Documentation:Registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration required.Must be licensed as a Registered Dietitian as applicable per state requirements.Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Knowledge of current patient diet, food and nutrition research, and safe food handling requirement.Demonstrates an understanding of treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiencyDemonstrates general computer skills including data entry, word processing, email, and records management.Demonstrates critical thinking skills.Effective organizational and time management skills.Effective written and verbal communication skills.Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and complete complex tasks.Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection prevention standards.Ability to work independently.Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.Ability to work closely and professionally with others at all levels of the organization.Physical Requirements Over the Course of a Shift:A significant amount of standing, walking, bending, squatting, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling, often for prolonged periods of time.Lifting/exerting of up to 50 lbs.Possible exposure to bodily fluids.Visual acuity required for patient assessment and documentation of care.Acute hearing required for accurate patient assessment.Sufficient manual dexterity to operate equipment and computer keyboard.Close vision and the ability to adjust focus.#PSJ