Jobs · Healthcare · California

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.

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