Lead Dietitian
Compass Healthcare · Manteca, CA · Yesterday
Healthcare$88k–$100k/yrFull-time
About the role
We’re seeking an Advanced Practice Dietitian to provide evidence-based nutrition care, serve as a clinical leader within the healthcare team, and promote positive patient outcomes through innovation and expertise.
Responsibilities
As a Lead Dietitian, you will oversee clinical care and some foodservice oversight from a clinical perspective, assessing and providing nutrition services for a predominantly bariatric population.
- Clinical Nutrition Care: Perform comprehensive nutritional assessments and develop individualized care plans to promote recovery and improve health outcomes
- Education: Provide guidance on nutrition and lifestyle strategies to support sustainable, long-term wellness to patients, families, staff, and the community
- Evidence-Based Practice: Apply the latest research in alignment with the diet manual, company policies, and facility protocols to ensure high-quality, consistent care
- Quality & Performance Improvement: Contribute to and lead QAPI initiatives aimed at advancing patient care and clinical excellence
- Collaboration & Service 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
- Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) with five years of experience
- 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
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Education Reimbursement – Financial support for advanced learning
- Career Advancement – Growth programs tailored to RDNs
- Board Certifications – Financial rewards for obtaining specialty certifications
- Relocation Assistance – Support when moving 50+ miles (based on location)
- Professional Membership Dues, CDR, & Licensure Coverage – We cover your professional fees
- Free CEUs – Through our nutrition education webinar series
- Health & Wellness – Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
- Financial Security – Life insurance, AD&D, and disability coverage
- Retirement Ready – 401(k) and retirement plans to invest in your future
- Time Off – Flexible/Paid Time Off and holiday pay (varies by site/state), Paid Parental Leave, Personal Leave
- Exclusive Perks – Shopping discounts, commuter benefits, and more
- Wellness & Support – Employee Assistance Program, FSAs, and health programs
- Protection Plans – Identity Theft Protection and pet insurance
Pay
The salary for this position is $88,000-$100,000, with additional forms of compensation including meal plan, phone stipend, CEU's, AND and CDR dues paid, and tuition and education reimbursement.
Schedule
The schedule for this position is Monday-Friday, with rotating weekends.