Registered Dietitian (PACE)

AltaMed Health Services Corporation; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 83,200 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

403(b) Retirement savings plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Career Advancement & Development opportunities

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Job summary

AltaMed Health Services Corporation is seeking a Registered Dietitian in Los Angeles, CA. This role involves conducting nutrition assessments, providing medical nutrition therapy, and ensuring compliance with guidelines. The successful candidate will also support menu planning and conduct audits and training.

Ideal candidates will have RD or RDN status, relevant experience, bilingual skills, and a commitment to quality care.

Compensation ranges from $83,200.00 to $104,000.00 annually with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year professional work experience in clinical nutrition as an RD/RDN preferred.
• Experience working with frail elderly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct nutrition assessments and provide medical nutrition therapy.
• Support Child and Adult Care Food Program compliance by planning menus.
• Conduct in-services for kitchen staff and/or IDT members.

Skills

Clinical nutrition

Bilingual English/Spanish/Mandarin/Cantonese

Education

Active Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)

California Food Handler Certificate

BLS certification

Job description

## Registered DietitianApplyremote type: In Personlocations: Los Angeles, CA 90002time type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: JR9569**Grow Healthy**If you are as passionate about helping those in need as you are about growing your career, consider AltaMed. At AltaMed, your passion for helping others isn’t just welcomed – it’s nurtured, celebrated, and promoted, allowing you to grow while making a meaningful difference. We don’t just serve our communities; we are an integral part of them. By raising the expectations of what a community clinic can deliver, we demonstrate our belief that quality care is for everyone. Our commitment to providing exceptional care, despite any challenges, goes beyond just a job; it’s a calling that drives us forward every day.**Job Overview**The Registered Dietitian (RD) - PACE Site is a member of the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) with both clinical nutrition and food service management roles. The RD will conduct nutrition assessments and follow-ups as needed to assess participants’ nutritional status and provide appropriate medical nutrition therapy (MNT), such as therapeutic and mechanically altered diets, oral nutritional supplements or enteral nutrition recommendations, dietary counseling, nutrition education, food security resources, and coordination of care with other IDT disciplines. The RD will support Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) compliance by planning menus to meet requirements, conducting quarterly CACFP food service audits, and maintaining required CACFP documentation. The RD will support meal service by planning therapeutic menus, maintaining diet records, coordinating diet changes with the Food Preparation Coordinator, and conducting regular kitchen audits. The RD will conduct in-services as needed for the kitchen staff and/or IDT members to ensure accurate and evidence-based nutrition care practices.**Minimum Requirements*** Active Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) status with the Commission on Dietetics Registration required.* California Food Handler or Food Protection Manager Certification from an ANSI-accredited training provider meeting ASTM International E2659-09 Standard Practice for Certificate Programs. Required within 90 days of hire, required.* Minimum of 1 year professional work experience in clinical nutrition as an RD/RDN preferred.* Minimum 1 year of experience working with the frail elderly, preferred.* Bilingual English/Spanish/Mandarin/Cantonese, depending on demographics of PACE site, preferred.* A minimum requirement of a valid BLS certification or higher, following the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross guidelines.**Compensation**$83,200.00 - $104,000.00 annually**Compensation Disclaimer**Actual salary offers are considered by various factors, including budget, experience, skills, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. The range is subject to change. AltaMed is committed to ensuring a fair and competitive compensation package that reflects the candidate's value and the role's strategic importance within the organization. This role may also qualify for discretionary bonuses or incentives.**Benefits & Career Development*** Medical, Dental and Vision insurance* 403(b) Retirement savings plans with employer matching contributions* Flexible Spending Accounts* Commuter Flexible Spending* Career Advancement & Development opportunities* Paid Time Off & Holidays* Paid CME Days* Malpractice insurance and tail coverage* Tuition Reimbursement Program* Corporate Employee Discounts* Employee Referral Bonus Program* Pet Care Insurance**Job Advertisement & Application Compliance Statement**AltaMed Health Services Corp. will consider qualified applicants with criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if AltaMed Health Service Corp. is concerned about a conviction directly related to the job, you will be given a chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.