Registered Dietitian, Obesity & Weight Management

Jobtailor; Connecticut; Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a licensed Dietitian Nutritionist to deliver Medical Nutrition Therapy for obesity and related conditions via telehealth in Connecticut. You will perform nutrition assessments, develop care plans, and provide patient education with a focus on motivational interviewing within an interdisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes HIPAA-compliant telehealth practice, accurate documentation, and ongoing care coordination with physicians and health coaches.

Qualifications

• Active RD/RDN credential in good standing
• Active LD/LDN license in state(s) of practice
• Active CD/CDN license in state(s) of practice
• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Nutrition/Dietetics or related field
• Clinical/ambulatory experience providing nutrition counseling or MNT
• Experience with obesity/weight management and telehealth (preferred)
• Strong patient-centered counseling and documentation skills
• Comfortable working in interdisciplinary teams
• Comfort with EHRs and telehealth platforms
• Reliable internet and HIPAA-compliant workspace

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments via virtual/telehealth visits
• Provide Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) for obesity and related chronic conditions
• Develop individualized nutrition care plans
• Deliver nutrition education and counseling using motivational interviewing and behavior-change frameworks
• Support patient engagement through clear communication and elevate clinical concerns as appropriate
• Collaborate with physicians, NPs, health coaches, and care coordinators
• Document encounters, assessments, and care plans in the EHR
• Use telehealth and patient engagement tools effectively
• Contribute to clinical program development, quality initiatives, and interdisciplinary care innovation as opportunities arise

Skills

Motivational Interviewing

Patient Engagement

Clear Communication

Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration

Education

RD/RDN credential

LD/LDN License

CD/CDN License

Tools

Telehealth Platforms

EHR Systems

Job description

• Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments via virtual/telehealth visits
• Provide Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) for obesity and related chronic conditions
• Develop individualized nutrition care plans
• Deliver nutrition education and counseling using motivational interviewing and behavior-change frameworks
• Support patient engagement through clear communication and elevate clinical concerns as appropriate
• Collaborate with physicians, NPs, health coaches, and care coordinators
• Participate in care planning and case reviews as needed
• Document encounters, assessments, and care plans in the EHR
• Use telehealth and patient engagement tools effectively
• Contribute to clinical program development, quality initiatives, and interdisciplinary care innovation as opportunities arise

Requirements

• Active RD/RDN credential in good standing
• Active LD/LDN or CD/CDN license in state(s) of practice
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Nutrition/Dietetics or related field
• Clinical/ambulatory experience providing nutrition counseling or MNT (required)
• Experience with obesity/weight management/chronic conditions and telehealth (preferred)
• Strong patient-centered counseling and documentation skills
• Comfortable working in interdisciplinary teams
• Comfort with EHRs and telehealth platforms
• Reliable internet and a private, HIPAA-compliant workspace
• Ability to maintain licensure standards and HIPAA compliance

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) for obesity and chronic conditions, with strong skills in patient-centered counseling, telehealth, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Proficient in developing individualized nutrition care plans and maintaining compliance with licensure and HIPAA standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Active RD/RDN Credential
• Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT)
• Nutrition Counseling
• Telehealth Experience
• EHR Documentation

Hard Skills

• Nutrition Assessment
• Individualized Nutrition Care Plans
• Motivational Interviewing
• Behavior-Change Frameworks
• Patient Engagement

Soft Skills

• Clear Communication
• Patient-Centered Counseling
• Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

• Active LD/LDN License
• Active CD/CDN License
• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Nutrition/Dietetics

Industry Keywords

• Obesity Management
• Chronic Conditions
• Clinical Program Development
• Quality Initiatives
• HIPAA Compliance

Tools & Technologies

• Telehealth Platforms
• Patient Engagement Tools
• EHR Systems