Sylvan Health Registered Dietitian (1099)

Sylvan Health; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

1099 per-unit payment structure

Job summary

Sylvan Health is seeking a mission-driven registered dietitian to deliver personalized nutrition therapy via telehealth. You will follow evidence-based protocols, document in EMR, and collaborate with the care team to optimize patient outcomes.

Flexible hours with remote work options, competitive pay, and opportunities to advance within cross-functional teams are offered to the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition/Dietetics.
• Accredited Dietetic Internship completed.
• Credentialed by the CDR.
• 1–2 years post-internship nutrition experience.
• Experience counseling patients virtually or outpatient.
• GI conditions like IBD/IBS/fatty liver/celiac advised.
• Comfort with chronic conditions including diabetes/kidney disease.
• Licensure in TN/IL/PA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct personalized nutrition therapy consultations via telehealth.
• Administer evidence-based clinical protocols and provide individualized nutrition support.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust plans to improve outcomes.
• Support patient retention by following program guidelines.
• Collaborate with care team members.
• Document clinical information in an EMR.

Skills

Empathy

Excellent communication

Telehealth counseling

Healthcare teamwork

EMR documentation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition/Dietetics

Accredited Dietetic Internship

CDR credentialed

Licensure in TN, IL, PA preferred

Tools

EMR systems

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.

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

Requirements

• Licensure in TN, IL, PA strongly preferred
• Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition/Dietetics
• Completion of Accredited Dietetic Internship
• Credentialed by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)
• Minimum 1-2 years of post-internship nutrition experience
• Experience counseling patients virtually or in an outpatient setting
• Expertise in treating patients with GI conditions like IBD, IBS, fatty liver, celiac, etc
• Comfort in educating patients with complex chronic conditions including diabetes and kidney disease

Benefits

• 1099 per-unit payment structure
• Opportunities for career growth, management, and leadership opportunities
• Experience participating in a cross-functional team