Per Diem Registered Dietitian - Inpatient/Residential

Walden; Dedham (MA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem

Job summary

Walden Behavioral Care is seeking a Registered Dietitian for the Dedham, MA center to provide clinical nutrition and meal planning under supervision. This per diem position covers inpatient and residential programs, requiring flexibility to cover as needed.

The role focuses on comprehensive nutrition assessments, individualized meal plans, and multidisciplinary collaboration to support recovery from eating disorders. Join a nationally recognized team dedicated to care and education.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required.
• RDN credential and MA licensure (LDN) required in MA.
• Experience in an Eating Disorder program or mental health setting preferred.
• Experience with menu planning and therapeutic diets required.

Responsibilities

• Complete nutrition assessments for newly admitted patients within 48 hours.
• Complete follow-up nutrition assessments 2x/week.
• Prescribe meal plans aligned with Walden’s philosophy.
• Collaborate with patients and support persons to complete meal plans.
• Provide individual and group nutritional therapy.
• Participate in treatment planning, discharge planning and liaison services.
• Educate parents and families about nutrition and care plans.
• Communicate progress to patient, family, and care team.

Skills

Nutrition care

Meal planning

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Communication

Education to families

Education

Master’s Degree

Registered Dietitian (RDN)

Job description

Walden Behavioral Care is seeking a Registered Dietitian for the Dedham, MA center to provide clinical nutrition and meal planning under supervision. This per diem position covers inpatient and residential programs, requiring flexibility to cover as needed.

The role focuses on comprehensive nutrition assessments, individualized meal plans, and multidisciplinary collaboration to support recovery from eating disorders. Join a nationally recognized team dedicated to care and education.