ASST DIR, CLINICAL & PATIENT SVCS II - Hamilton, MT

Location: Unidine at Bitterroot Health, Hamilton, MT – Acute Care setting

Schedule: Monday - Friday

Salary: $80K-$90K with a $2K sign-on bonus and relocation support

About the Role

We are seeking an Assistant Director of Clinical & Patient Services to join our team in an acute-care setting. This role oversees both patient food services and clinical nutrition services, ensuring optimal outcomes for patients and the department.

Responsibilities

• Establish goals and oversee implementation of patient food services and clinical nutrition services based on medical direction and patient population
• Hire, train, coach, evaluate, and develop patient services and clinical nutrition services team members
• Foster teamwork and implement innovative programs to achieve optimal clinical nutrition and financial outcomes
• Monitor competency, productivity, and documentation accuracy of patient services and clinical staff
• Comply with regulatory standards, including federal, state, and accrediting agencies, while adhering to facility confidentiality, HIPAA regulations, and patient rights policies
• Participate in and lead patient satisfaction programs, departmental meetings, and facility-wide Quality Assurance/Performance Improvement Programs

Requirements

• Credentialed as a Registered Dietitian by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR), required
• Licensed by the State Dietetics Licensing Board in states where applicable, required
• Two (2) years of experience in healthcare as a Registered Dietitian, including managerial responsibilities in clinical and patient services (minimum 2 years), required
• Master’s degree, preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, electronic medical record & diet office systems, and nutrient analysis programming

Benefits

• Education & Career Growth: Education reimbursement, career advancement programs tailored for RDNs, financial rewards for board certifications, and free CEUs through our nutrition education webinar series
• Relocation & Professional Support: Relocation assistance for moves over 50 miles, coverage of professional membership dues, CDR, and licensure fees
• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Financial Security: Life insurance, AD&D, disability coverage, 401(k), and retirement plans
• Time Off: Flexible/Paid Time Off, holiday pay (varies by site/state), paid parental leave, and personal leave
• Exclusive Perks: Shopping discounts, commuter benefits, Employee Assistance Program, FSAs, health programs, identity theft protection, and pet insurance

Why Join Us

Compass Group employs over 3,000 Registered Dietitians across the U.S., offering unmatched opportunities for professional growth in diverse settings such as hospitals, senior living communities, schools, corporate wellness programs, and food service operations. We provide pathways for specialization, leadership development, and cross-functional career growth.

The company has been recognized as one of Modern Healthcare’s "Top 100 Best Places to Work in Healthcare" for five consecutive years and has appeared on Training Magazine’s Top 125 Organizations list for six straight years.