Registered Dietician

Alcanza is a growing multi-site, multi-phase clinical research company with a network of locations in AL, AZ, FL, GA, IL, MA, MI, MO, NV, VA, SC, TN, TX and Puerto Rico. We have established a strong presence across Phase I-IV studies and several therapeutic areas including vaccine, neurology, dermatology, psychiatry, and general medicine.

About the role

The Registered Dietitian provides comprehensive nutritional assessments, nutrition therapy, and/or nutrition counseling services for participants of clinical studies, in compliance with study protocol, SOPs, GCP, ICH, and FDA Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an informational resource and subject matter expert for study subjects on nutrition and nutrition education.
• Review the subject’s medical history and conduct comprehensive nutritional assessments, nutrition therapy, and/or nutritional counseling sessions with study participants according to protocol guidelines.
• Meet with Sponsors and Study Monitors as needed to address questions.
• Maintain documentation in accordance with ALCOA-C standards and complete all monitor and sponsor queries.
• Complete all sponsor-assigned training, certifications, and re-certifications per protocol requirements.
• Attend and successfully complete all company training programs; participate in webinars and other study meetings as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality of subjects, customers, and company information.
• Perform all other duties as requested or assigned.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or a related field AND 2+ years' clinical nutrition education experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Current Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) proficiency is a plus.
• BLS certification is preferred.

Skills

• Proficiency with computer applications such as Microsoft applications, email, electronic health records, web applications, and the ability to type proficiently (40+ wpm).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.
• Well-developed interpersonal and listening skills and the ability to work well independently as well as with co-workers, subjects, managers, and external customers.
• Ability to effectively handle multiple tasks and adapt to changes in workloads and priorities.
• Professional, respectful of others, self-motivated, and a strong work ethic.
• High degree of integrity and dependability.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision, identify problems, and implement solutions.
• Ability to handle highly sensitive information in a confidential and professional manner, and in compliance with HIPAA guidelines.

Benefits

Full-time employees regularly scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week are benefits-eligible, with coverage starting on the first day of the month following date of hire.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance, short and long-term disability insurance.
• Health savings accounts.
• Supplemental insurances.
• 401k plan with a safe harbor match.