Clinical Dietitian - Food & Nutrition Services
MaineHealth · Rockport, ME · 6 days ago
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About the role
The Clinical Dietitian role directs and coordinates nutritional care to patients in assigned clinical areas. They are responsible for performing nutritional assessments, developing, and implementing care plans, educating patients, and communicating with physicians and health team members.
Responsibilities
- Perform nutritional assessments and develop treatment plans for acute care inpatients and/or outpatients.
- Coordinate with physicians and other healthcare team members to ensure patient nutrition needs are met.
- Educate patients and their families on nutrition-related topics.
- Monitor and evaluate patient progress towards nutritional goals.
Requirements
- Current applicable state(s) license as a Dietitian required.
- Registration by the Commission on Dietetic Registration required.
- Two years of experience as a Registered Dietitian (RD) conducting nutritional assessments and developing treatment plans for acute care inpatients and/or outpatients preferred.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Dietetics/Nutritional Sciences from an accredited college or university required.
- Valid Driver’s License to operate a motor vehicle, with vehicle available for work covered by liability insurance as specified by agency policy.
Skills
- Strong communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Benefits
- Paid parental leave.
- A flexible work policy.
- Student loan assistance.
- Training and education opportunities.
- Well-being resources for you and your family.
Pay
Compensation is commensurate with experience.
Schedule
Hours are typically Monday through Friday, with some evening and weekend work as needed.