Remote Nutrition Specialist

Enara Health; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 35,817 - 49,593; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits for 75% time or more

Flexible working schedule

Job summary

Medium is seeking a Nutrition Specialist in Chicago, IL, who is passionate about treating obesity. This remote role offers flexible hours and involves patient care via telehealth. Ideal candidates need a Nutrition and Dietetics degree and clinical nutrition experience, preferably with diabetes patients. The position offers a starting pay of $26–$36 per hour, based on experience. Join us to help design personalized health plans for patients dealing with chronic health issues related to obesity.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience coaching lifestyle and nutrition.
• Registered Dietitian with experience in clinical nutrition.
• Knowledge of Nutrition Care Standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide best-in-class care via telehealth.
• Work with a multidisciplinary team of providers.
• Manage a large patient load effectively.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Medical technology proficiency

Collaboration & problem-solving skills

Empathy and patient relationship management

Experience with tech applications

Education

4-year Nutrition and Dietetics degree

Bachelor's degree in Food & Nutritional Science

Tools

EMR systems

Mobile health apps

Job description

About Enara

Enara is a world renowned obesity and medical weight loss start‑up, based in Silicon Valley, pioneering the use of data, digital, and clinical treatments to provide personalized plans with measurable results. Enara was founded by people from Stanford, UCSF, Kaiser, ClassPass and Evernote. Our mission is to develop the first ever platform to scale obesity treatment. Our platform allows for the latest breakthroughs in nutrition, exercise, and obesity science to be optimized and delivered in a series of personalized and programmable experiences. Our solutions are disseminated through unified products and services we deploy for the healthcare ecosystem, with a current focus on small to medium sized medical groups and clinics. Our platform has served over 2,000 members and delivers world‑leading 16%+ weight loss sustained over 3 years. We deliver life‑changing care to members and we are redesigning the clinic‑patient interface.

Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic, communicative and organized Nutrition Specialist who is passionate about treating obesity as a disease to improve the myriad chronic health conditions associated with weight—including hypertension, type 2 diabetes, sleep apnea and more—to join our team. In this role, you will see patients via telehealth and work with a multidisciplinary team including medical providers and exercise physiologists to provide best‑in‑class care and outcomes for your patients—communicating with them both synchronously and asynchronously. This role is perfect for those who want a flexible working schedule and the ability to work from anywhere.

Minimum Requirements

• Nutrition Coaches: at least a 4‑year Nutrition and Dietetics degree, with at least 1 year experience coaching lifestyle and habit changes using nutrition and exercise. The Nutrition Specialist will work closely under a lead NS to provide evidence‑based obesity science and nutrition advice.
• Must reside in the US or be legally allowed to work in the United States (NPI required).
• Dietitians: Bachelor’s degree in Food &/or Nutritional Science.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in clinical nutrition as a Registered Dietitian, specifically working with patients with diabetes or other metabolic diseases.
• Current registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registry (CDR) in good standing.
• Knowledge of clinical competencies based on Nutrition Care Standards of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND).

For either type of applicant

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Strong proficiency and experience with medical technology including EMR and mobile apps.
• Collaboration & problem‑solving skills required.
• Ability to manage a large patient load and multiple platforms both in face‑to‑face and app communication.
• Strong ability to empathize and connect with patients on a regular long‑term basis.
• Experience and comfort with working with our proprietary tech app.
• Past start‑up experience a plus but not required.

Bonus Qualifications

• Previous experience in curriculum development.
• Demonstrated knowledge of behavior change.
• Previous individual, small group and large group/classroom training/teaching experience.
• Fluency in Spanish or Arabic is a strong bonus and will be compensated for.

Position Specifics

• Contractor ramping to full‑time salaried opportunity.
• Employee and health benefits provided with 75% time or more.
• Compensation variable on experience and credentials.
• Remote position with ability to work in multiple time zones.

$26–$36 an hour. Salary specifics subject to experience and will be discussed further during interview process.