Registered Dietician Nutritionist to provide individual nutrition counseling and education to enhance the health and lifestyle to further the success of Weight Loss Patients. Primary responsibilities include counseling individuals on daily nutrition and medical nutrition therapy; translating the latest scientific evidence into practical nutrition recommendations; tracking and documenting outcomes into the Electronic Medical Record; providing nutrition education either in person or tele health visits. Developing resources to support educational efforts; and maintaining professional competency and skills required for professional practice.
Flexible Full/Part Time Position
Key Responsibilities
· Conducts nutritional assessments and obtains nutrition history from patients.
· Consults with physician to determine patients’ nutritional needs and diet restrictions as needed.
· Develops and implements a plan of care based on assessment of nutritional needs and available resources. Correlates nutrition plan with other healthcare needs.
· Instructs patients on meal plan and dietary changes. Establishes goals and objectives to help meet the plan.
· Maintains confidentiality of all patient information
· Evaluates nutritional care and provides follow-up continuity of care
· Accurately documents nutrition care plans and information into patient’s medical record
· Instructs patients in nutritional principles, dietary plans, food selection, and preparation.
· Prepare and write nutritional articles and blogs for educational and marketing purposes
Qualifications
Education:
· B.S., B.A., M.A. or M.S. Graduate of an ACEND-accredited nutrition/dietetic program Experience:
· Minimum of 3 years of experience in a clinical setting
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
· Current RD/RDN license, in good standing with the state licensing board
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
· Knowledge of industry researched best practices application and stays current with continuing education
· Electronic Medical Record experience preferred
· Skill in oral and written communication
· Ability to work independently
· Bilingual a plus (English, Spanish and/or Portuguese preferred)
Competitive salary and benefit package'
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Work Remotely
Job Type: Part-time
Expected hours: 16 – 24 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Work Location: In person