Registered Dietitian - Correctional Facility (FT/PT, 1099)

AvaMed Workforce; Corcoran (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

AvaMed Workforce is urgently seeking a Registered Dietitian for part-time and full-time assignments at the Corcoran, CA correctional facility. The role supports clinical nutrition services within a correctional setting.

40 hours per week, Monday–Friday 8:00am–4:30pm, orientation for 1 week. Rate: $65/hr ($2,600/week). Status: Independent Contractor (1099). Must hold CA registration issued by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

Qualifications

• Must have a current and valid registration issued by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics to perform services in the State of California.
• Position requires Registered Dietitian duties in a correctional facility context.

Responsibilities

• Assist and advise clinical personnel on nutritional needs within the scope of practice for a Registered Dietitian.
• Plan dietary intervention, monitor nutritional needs, and document progress per established protocols.
• Conduct nutrition assessments within 72 hours of physician orders and provide counseling when referred.
• Coordinate with food service to plan menus and dietary substitutions as needed.
• Prepare monthly dietary service status reports with assessments and recommendations.

Skills

Nutrition assessment

Dietary planning

Medical nutrition therapy

Interdisciplinary team collaboration

Job description

AvaMed Workforce is urgently seeking a Registered Dietitian for part-time and full-time assignments at the Corcoran, CA correctional facility. The role supports clinical nutrition services within a correctional setting.

40 hours per week, Monday–Friday 8:00am–4:30pm, orientation for 1 week. Rate: $65/hr ($2,600/week). Status: Independent Contractor (1099). Must hold CA registration issued by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.