PART TIME HYBRID BARIATRIC CLINIC RD

Compass Group USA; Charlottesville (VA); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Advancement

Free CEUs

Job summary

Compass Group Morrison Healthcare at University of Virginia Medical Center in Charlottesville, VA, is seeking a part-time Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) to join our Bariatric Surgery team. This hybrid role covers pre- and post-surgery nutrition, working with surgeons, NP, nurses, and psychologists, in a busy 675-bed system.

The position offers 20-24 hours per week with opportunities for professional growth, leadership experiences, and ongoing education through our nutrition team.

Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) or CDR exam eligible.
• Licensed Dietitian in state of practice or willing to obtain.
• Healthcare experience preferred; new graduates with strong clinical training encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Provide pre- and post-surgery nutrition counseling for bariatric patients.
• Collaborate with surgeons, NP, nurses, and psychologists on care plans.
• Contribute to quality improvement and research projects in bariatric nutrition.

Skills

RDN eligibility

Clinical nutrition

Dietitian licensure

Education

RDN eligibility/licensure

Job description

Location:Morrison Healthcare at University of Virginia Medical Center
Setting:Large acute care/teaching hospital Schedule: 20-24 hrs./wk.: Hybrid role Requirement: Registered with the Commission on Dietetic Registration Salary: $29.80 hr. - $43.27 hr.

We go the extra mile for our Dietitians with perks designed to support education, career growth, and professional success! Special perks include:

• Career Advancement-Growth programs tailored to RDNs
• Free CEUs-Through our nutrition education webinar series

Why Choose a Career as a Compass Group Dietitian?

Compass Group employs over 3,000 RDNs across the United States, making us one of the nation’s largest employers of Dietitians in a variety of settings:

• Hospitals and healthcare systems
• Senior living communities
• Schools and universities
• Corporate wellness programs
• Food service operations

We offer unmatched opportunities for professional growth:

• Cross-functional career paths

The company has earned significant recognition, including being named one of Modern Healthcare's "Top 100 Best Places to Work in Healthcare" for five consecutive years, and appearing on Training Magazine’s Top 125 Organizations list for six straight years.

Job Summary

Join a talented group of more than 90 Morrison Healthcare dietitians at the University of Virginia Health System in beautiful Charlottesville, Virginia. At this level one trauma center, dietitians play an integral role on multidisciplinary teams in many specialty areas, both in the 675 bed inpatient setting, as well as in over 35 outpatient clinics. RDs participate in research and quality improvement projects, host dietetic interns, and are supported in pursuing leadership and community service experiences. Continuing education opportunities are plentiful from within the accomplished nutrition team and from the health system which values ongoing training and education.

This part-time hybrid position will be part of our Bariatric Surgery team. This position will work closely with an interdisciplinary team in a growing clinic to meet the needs of patients both before and after bariatric surgery. The RD will collaborate with other Bariatric Surgery RDs, as well as surgeons, an NP, nurse coordinators, and psychologists, to take care of patients and create and contribute to quality improvement projects. Strong clinical skills, as well as training in motivational interviewing and the intuitive eating approach are highly preferred. We are seeking a dynamic candidate who can balance the knowledge of the clinical features of weight loss surgery with the empathetic approach needed to guide patients through pre-surgery nutrition counseling and post-surgery support. Ideal candidate will have a sincere desire to work in a team-based atmosphere, with abundant opportunities to partner with colleagues for research and quality improvement projects.

What We’re Looking For:

• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) or CDR exam eligible
• Licensed Dietitian (or willing to obtain) in the state of practice as applicable
• Healthcare experience preferred—new graduates with strong clinical training are encouraged to apply

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• You’ll be part of an environment where your ideas are welcomed, and your growth is encouraged
• You’ll have access to ongoing education, resources, development, and advancement opportunities to support your career path
• You’ll have the autonomy to apply your clinical judgment while still having guidance when you need it

Associates may be eligible for additional paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Compass Group maintains a drug-free workplace.