Registered Dietitian — Correctional Health (San Quentin)

AvaMed, Inc; San Quentin (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

AvaMed Inc in California is urgently seeking a Registered Dietitian for a full-time assignment at San Quentin, CA. The role supports correctional health services and food operation teams with medical nutrition therapy and diet planning.

Under supervision, you will assess patient nutrition, develop therapeutic menus, train staff on diet plans, and ensure compliance with food safety and institutional policies. Orientation is provided; travel and contract terms are as listed.

Qualifications

• Must have a current and valid registration issued by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics in order to perform services in the State of California.
• No experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide nutrition assessment and medical nutrition therapy under the institution's protocol.
• Plan dietary interventions, medical diets, and menus; monitor nutritional needs and goals.
• Attend interdisciplinary team conferences and communicate with physicians and staff.
• Educate institutional food service staff and patients on dietary requirements and substitutions.
• Adhere to food safety and infection control standards and institutional policies.
• Prepare monthly dietary service status reports and maintain documentation.

Job description

AvaMed Inc in California is urgently seeking a Registered Dietitian for a full-time assignment at San Quentin, CA. The role supports correctional health services and food operation teams with medical nutrition therapy and diet planning.

Under supervision, you will assess patient nutrition, develop therapeutic menus, train staff on diet plans, and ensure compliance with food safety and institutional policies. Orientation is provided; travel and contract terms are as listed.