Registered Dietitian (REMOTE)

Lensa; Houston (TX); Remote; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Registered Dietitian to coordinate care for enteral therapy patients. This fully remote position offers a competitive salary and benefits, including health insurance and a 401(k) plan. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Nutrition and at least two years of experience, demonstrating strong clinical judgment and communication skills.

Benefits

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan with Employer Match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Flexible schedules

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Nutritionist or Dietitian.
• Must possess a current license from the CDR.
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate a plan of care for enteral therapy patients.
• Conduct nutrition assessments and screenings.
• Document interactions with patients in Brightree software.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Clinical judgment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition or Dietetics

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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Job Details

Requisition #:

204951

Location:

Houston, TX 77095

Category

Enteral Nutrition

Salary

$60,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Position Details

Aveanna Healthcare is the largest provider of home care to thousands of patients and families, and we are looking for caring, compassionate people who are driven to fulfill our mission to revolutionize the way pediatric healthcare is delivered, one patient at a time.

At Aveanna, every employee plays an important role in bringing our mission to life. The ongoing growth and success of Aveanna Healthcare remain dependent on our continued ability to consistently deliver compassionate, committed care for medically fragile patients. We are looking for talented and committed individuals in search of a rewarding career with a company that values Compassion, Integrity, Accountability, Trust, Innovation, Compliance, and Fun.

Position Overview

The Registered Dietitian coordinates a plan of care for enteral therapy patients which may include reviewing clinical documents, therapy prescriptions, screening for nutrition risk, conducting nutrition assessments, conducting Medicare reviews, working formula calculations, providing nutrition followup and enteral support, and participating in projects for the clinical department as needed.

The starting pay for our Registered Dietitian is $60,000 per year depending on experience. In addition to compensation, our full-time employees are eligbile to receive the following competitive benefit package including: Health, Dental, Vision, Life and many other options, 401(k) Savings Plan with Employer Match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and 100% Remote Opportunity!

Essential Job Functions

• Fully remote position, supporting tube-fed patients in their care at home
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, acting within scope of practice and using excellent clinical judgment to make recommendations for nutrition support
• Conduct nutrition screening, nutrition assessments, and reassessments and as requested or as clinically indicated
• Complete through clinical reviews to determine patient’s eligibility for Medicare coverage of enteral supplies; complete Medicare forms for billing purposes
• Coordinate with PCP or medical team for issues such as insurance eligibility and reimbursement, and/or obtaining clinical documentation for authorization in coordination with patient care team
• Review clinical documents, prescriptions and other clinical information as needed
• Perform or assist with formula prescription calculations
• Respond to patient questions and concerns and provide nutrition support to patients and caregivers by troubleshooting issues and providing recommendations as appropriate to the patient’s medical team
• Document interactions with patients, caregivers, and healthcare practitioners in Brightree software
• Assist in special projects such as formula pricing, coding, spreadsheets, reimbursement issues, and formula volume calculation tools Maintain the skills and qualifications necessary to provide compliant and quality care, including obtaining licensure in assigned states
• Submit accurate time and attendance records
  
  

Requirements

• Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition or Dietetics
• Minimum Experience: Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Nutritionist or Dietitian
• Required Certification/ License: Must possess a current license from the CDR
  
  

Other Skills/Abilities

• Proficient in Microsoft suite of products including Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Must possess a strong sense of urgency and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Proven ability to work independently at times and within a team.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple tasks to meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to interact in a collaborative manner with other departments and teams
  
  

Other Duties

• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
  
  

Employees also receive vacation, paid holidays, and sick time, and employees can also purchase other voluntary benefits. Once employees meet eligibility requirements, employees are also eligible for tuition reimbursement. Employees also have flexible schedules and are paid biweekly. Employees may be eligible for participation in broad-based incentive plans if they meet certain productivity or performance goals and their location or the company also meets established goals.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action: Aveanna provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Aveanna complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

As an employer accepting Medicare and Medicaid funds, employees must comply with all health-related requirements in all relevant jurisdictions, including required vaccinations and testing, subject to exemptions for medical or religious reasons as appropriate.

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