Registered Dietitian (remote counseling, Illinois)

Sylvan Health; Remote; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated nutrition professional to enhance patient lives through personalized consultations and evidence-based support. In this dynamic role, you will conduct telehealth sessions, monitor patient progress, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary care team to ensure optimal outcomes. This innovative firm offers flexible hours, competitive pay, and opportunities for career growth. If you are passionate about nutrition and eager to make a difference in patients' lives, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

PTO for full-time employees

Health benefits available to full-time employees

Opportunities for career growth

Experience participating in a cross-functional team

Qualifications

• State license in Illinois or willing to obtain it.
• Minimum 1-2 years of post-internship nutrition experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct personalized nutrition therapy consultations via telehealth.
• Monitor patient progress and make adjustments to improve outcomes.
• Document clinical information in an Electronic Medical Record.

Skills

Empathy

Communication Skills

Nutrition Counseling

Clinical Protocols

Patient Monitoring

Meal Planning

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition/Dietetics

Completion of Accredited Dietetic Internship

Credentialed by the Commission on Dietetic Registration

Tools

Electronic Medical Record (EMR)

Telehealth Platforms

Job description

Sylvan is looking for a mission-driven, hard-working team member who is passionate about improving patient lives. The successful candidate will be able to empathize with patients, work accurately and efficiently across multiple systems, and have excellent communication skills.

Our mission is to empower patients to live healthier lives by making personalized nutrition more accessible and affordable. Equally as important, our goal is to elevate the role of the registered dietitian in the healthcare ecosystem while offering flexible hours, remote work options, and competitive pay.

Responsibilities:

1. Conduct personalized nutrition therapy consultations via telehealth
2. Administer evidence-based clinical protocols and deliver highly individualized quality nutrition support
3. Monitor patient progress and make adjustments, when needed, to help patients reach their goals and improve clinical outcomes
4. Achieve high patient retention rates by following evidence-based clinical program guidelines
5. Collaborate with other key members of the care team
6. Leverage meal planning tooling that assists with patient compliance and execution of care plans
7. Participate as needed in clinical rounds with partner practices and their care teams
8. Participate in quarterly RD group meetings and monthly 1:1s with CNM
9. Support patients in making lifestyle changes
10. Develop a relationship with a patient and/or their caregiver quickly to build and maintain trust
11. Demonstrate empathy to each patient or caregiver
12. Document clinical information in an Electronic Medical Record
13. Ability to work in a fast-paced, constantly evolving environment with a positive attitude
14. Ability to transition between patients efficiently and follow operational procedures in line with clinical programming

Minimum Requirements:

1. State license in Illinois (or willing to obtain license)
2. Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition/Dietetics
3. Completion of Accredited Dietetic Internship
4. Credentialed by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)
5. Minimum 1-2 years of post-internship nutrition experience
6. Experience counseling patients virtually or in an outpatient setting
7. Expertise in treating patients with GI conditions like IBD, IBS, fatty liver, celiac, etc.
8. Comfort in educating patients with complex chronic conditions including diabetes and kidney disease

Benefits:

1. W-2 per-visit payment structure
2. PTO for full-time employees
3. Health benefits available to full-time employees
4. Opportunities for career growth, management, and leadership opportunities
5. Experience participating in a cross-functional team