Lead Dietitian

About the role

Morrison Healthcare is seeking a Lead Dietitian in Manteca, CA. This role oversees clinical care and some foodservice oversight from a clinical perspective, assessing and providing nutrition services for a predominantly bariatric population.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive nutritional assessments and develop individualized care plans to promote recovery and improve health outcomes
• Provide guidance on nutrition and lifestyle strategies to support sustainable, long-term wellness to patients, families, staff, and the community
• Apply the latest research in alignment with the diet manual, company policies, and facility protocols to ensure high-quality, consistent care
• Contribute to and lead QAPI initiatives aimed at advancing patient care and clinical excellence
• Partner with the food service management team to help achieve patient satisfaction and service goals
• Mentorship & Professional Development: Support the growth of clinical and departmental staff and dietetic interns through education and training as applicable

Requirements

• RD Credential

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in nutrition
• Advanced Practice Certification through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR), preferred
• Licensed Dietitian (or willing to obtain) in the state of practice as applicable
• Healthcare experience preferred

Skills

• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)

Benefits

• Meal plan
• Phone stipend
• CEU's
• CDR dues paid
• Tuition and education reimbursement

Pay

$88,000 - $100,000

Schedule

Mon-Fri, rotating weekends