Registered Dietitian - RD

TEEMA; Santa Ana (CA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Retirement plan with employer matching

Paid time off & holidays

Tuition reimbursement program

Malpractice tail coverage

Professional development opportunities

Commuter benefits

Job summary

TEEMA is seeking an experienced Registered Dietitian to support nutrition services across outpatient centers and elderly/medically complex patients. This role combines clinical nutrition care with operational leadership to ensure regulatory compliance and high-quality outcomes.

The ideal candidate holds an active RD/RDN credential, BLS, and CA food handler certification, with a minimum of 1 year in clinical nutrition. Bilingual skills are highly valued to support diverse populations.

Qualifications

• Active RD/RDN status with the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
• Valid BLS certification (AHA or American Red Cross).
• California Food Handler or Food Protection Manager Certification (required within 90 days of hire).
• Minimum 1 year of professional work experience as an RD/RDN in clinical nutrition.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish, Mandarin, or Cantonese is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive nutrition assessments and follow-ups, including medical nutrition therapy, therapeutic diets, supplements, enteral nutrition, counseling and education.
• Provide remote and in-person coverage across care centers for nutrition needs including assessments, care planning and team coordination.
• Ensure CACFP compliance by planning compliant menus, conducting quarterly audits, and maintaining documentation.
• Oversee meal service operations, maintain diet records, implement diet changes and audit food prep for quality.
• Train and support staff through onboarding, process implementation and ongoing competency development.
• Deliver in-services to kitchen staff to promote evidence-based nutrition care practices.
• Participate in data collection, reporting and compliance documentation to support department goals and CQI.
• Collaborate with department managers, quality teams, and organizational leaders to align nutrition care with strategic goals.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Clinical nutrition

Dietary assessment

Counseling & education

Regulatory compliance

Team collaboration

Education

Active RD/RDN status

BLS certification

California Food Handler/Protection Manager cert.

Job description

Job Summary: This role offers a unique opportunity to support nutrition services across multiple care centers, providing both hands-on and administrative support to ensure the highest standards of patient nutrition and regulatory compliance.

This position is ideal for a motivated RD who thrives in a collaborative, mission-driven environment and is looking to make a broader impact on the health and well-being of elderly and medically complex patients through expert nutrition care and operational leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments and follow-ups to support patient health, including medical nutrition therapy, therapeutic diets, supplements, enteral nutrition, counseling, and education.

Provide both remote and in-person coverage across care centers for nutrition-related needs including assessments, care planning, and team-based coordination.

Ensure compliance with the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) by planning compliant menus, conducting quarterly audits, and maintaining required documentation.

Oversee meal service operations by maintaining diet records, implementing diet changes, and auditing food preparation processes for quality and accuracy.

Train and support staff through onboarding, process implementation, and ongoing competency development.

Deliver educational in-services to kitchen staff and team members to promote evidence-based nutrition care practices.

Participate in data collection, reporting, and compliance documentation to support department goals and continuous improvement.

Contribute to program planning, CQI initiatives, and interdisciplinary committees aimed at improving patient health outcomes and overall service delivery.

Collaborate with department managers, quality teams, and other organizational leaders to align nutrition care with strategic goals.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Active Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) status with the Commission on Dietetic Registration.

Valid BLS certification (AHA or American Red Cross).

California Food Handler or Food Protection Manager Certification from an ANSI-accredited training provider (required within 90 days of hire).

Minimum 1 year of professional work experience as an RD/RDN in clinical nutrition.

Desired Qualifications:

At least 1 year of experience working with elderly or medically complex populations.

Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish, Mandarin, or Cantonese, depending on regional demographics.

Desired Qualifications:

Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish, Cantonese, or Mandarin is highly valued.

Post-professional education and training in Physical Agent Modality preferred.

Benefits & Career Growth

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance,
• Retirement savings plans with employer matching contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter Flexible Spending
• 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
• and more!

Setting: Outpatient Clinic working with the adults and geriatric population

This is an incredible opportunity for an RD who is passionate about making a meaningful impact in patients' lives while working in a dynamic and supportive team environment.