Pediatric Dietitian

Join a dynamic and mission-driven team where you’ll make a meaningful impact by supporting the nutritional well-being of patients, residents, and communities. Whether you're just beginning your career or looking to grow your expertise, you’ll contribute to high-quality care through evidence-based practice, collaboration, and continuous improvement in a supportive healthcare environment.

About the role

This individual-contributor role focuses on completing specific tasks and projects, contributing directly through skills and expertise. You will perform specialized technical tasks to support operations, working primarily independently but collaborating with a team as needed.

Responsibilities

• Deliver nutrition care for patients, residents, and communities using the Nutrition Care Process (assessment, diagnosis, intervention, monitoring, and evaluation).
• Act as a nutrition resource for patients, peers, and foodservice staff; collaborate across interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe, high-quality care.
• Provide evidence-based nutrition counseling and training to patients, healthcare staff, students, and foodservice teams, adjusting content for clinical complexity.
• Maintain professional practices aligned with regulatory, facility, and company standards, supporting Sodexo’s mission and client commitments.
• Participate in or lead performance improvement initiatives to enhance clinical outcomes, operational efficiency, and service quality.
• Demonstrate ongoing professional growth through continuing education, skill development, and contributions to training or research.
• Primarily support Pediatrics and NICU patients, with some adult care coverage. Pediatric experience or a strong interest in pediatrics is required.

Requirements

• Proficiency in applying the Nutrition Care Process to deliver individualized, evidence-based care.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills across interdisciplinary teams and with diverse populations.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements, ethical standards, and organizational policies.
• Flexibility and accountability in managing clinical responsibilities and supporting quality improvement efforts.
• Competence in using clinical nutrition systems and a commitment to continuous professional development.

Qualifications

• Education Requirement:
  • Master’s degree in nutrition, dietetics, or related field with required coursework and supervised practice per ACEND guidelines, or
  • For those eligible prior to 1/1/2024: Bachelor’s degree meeting ACEND requirements.
• Management Experience: 0-1 years
• Related Experience: 0-3 years
• Credentials Requirement:
  • Meets eligibility for Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RD/RDN) via CDR and will become registered within 120 days of hire.
  • Must meet state licensure/certification requirements at time of hire where applicable.

Pay

Pay Range: $67,405 – $87,230 per year. Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on specific criteria such as experience, skills, education, and training.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package that may include:
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Care
  • Wellness Programs
  • 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
  • Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
  • Career Growth Opportunities
  • Tuition Reimbursement
• Sign-on bonus may be available.
• More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.