Registered Dietitian

Alpha Home Health and Hospice; Irmo (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare plans

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k)

Job summary

Alpha Home Health and Hospice is seeking a dedicated Dietitian to assess nutritional needs and craft personalized dietary plans for patients in post-acute care. You will educate patients on eating habits and monitor progress as part of a multidisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes collaboration with physicians and care teams, with responsibilities including documenting patient information and ensuring menus meet nutritional standards.

Qualifications

• Registered dietitian credential from the American Dietetic Association.
• State licensure required.
• Bachelor’s or higher degree in Food & Nutrition from an accredited institution.
• Preferred: membership in the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and one year of clinical dietetics experience.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' nutritional needs and develop personalized dietary plans.
• Educate patients on healthy eating and post-discharge diets.
• Monitor nutritional status and adjust plans as needed.
• Collaborate with physicians and care teams to align care orders.
• Evaluate referral orders and document patient information.
• Ensure menus meet nutritional standards and quality guidelines.
• Communicate with patients and healthcare professionals to promote wellness.

Skills

Registered Dietitian credential

State licensure

Clinical dietetics experience

Education

Bachelor’s or higher degree in Food & Nutrition

Registered Dietitian credential from the ADA

Job description

Dietitian Role Overview

As a dedicated dietitian, you will assess patients' nutritional needs, develop and implement personalized dietary plans, and educate on healthy eating habits. Your responsibilities include instructing patients on post-discharge diets, monitoring nutritional status, and collaborating with physicians and care teams. You will evaluate referral orders, document patient information, and ensure menus meet nutritional standards. The role requires communicating effectively with patients and healthcare professionals to promote wellness and support dietary needs.

Dietitian Role Overview

As a dedicated dietitian, you will assess patients' nutritional needs, develop and implement personalized dietary plans, and educate on healthy eating habits. Your responsibilities include instructing patients on post-discharge diets, monitoring nutritional status, and collaborating with physicians and care teams. You will evaluate referral orders, document patient information, and ensure menus meet nutritional standards. The role requires communicating effectively with patients and healthcare professionals to promote wellness and support dietary needs.

Qualifications & Skills

• Registered dietitian credential from the American Dietetic Association
• State licensure required
• Bachelor’s or higher degree in Food & Nutrition from an accredited institution
• Preferred: membership in the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and one year of clinical dietetics experience

Key Benefits & Environment

• Inclusive, supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth
• Access to comprehensive health plans, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), and other benefits
• Opportunity to make a positive impact on individuals’ health through personalized nutrition care

Join a leading organization committed to excellence in post-acute care, with a focus on empathy, integrity, and diversity, dedicated to enhancing patient well-being in your community.