Registered Dietitian

Location: Pittsburgh, PA 15221

Schedule

Mon–Fri, 7:30 am–4:00 pm

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual nutrition assessments and develop care plans for older adults (age 55+) in collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT).
• Provide individual and group nutrition education and counseling.
• Oversee health and safety aspects of food service at the Community LIFE adult day center.
• Supervise dietary staff.
• Perform in-home visits as needed for assessment and ongoing case management (mileage reimbursed).

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university with a major in nutrition or dietetics.
• One year of experience as a dietitian/nutritionist working with the frail elderly population in a hospital or nursing home setting (internship experience may count toward this requirement).
• Current Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) registration and Pennsylvania licensure.
• Valid Pennsylvania driver’s license.
• General clinical knowledge with expertise in nutritional supplements, diabetes education, and renal diets.
• Knowledge of counseling and education principles.
• Proficiency with Windows‑based computer applications to learn the electronic medical record system and manage scheduling and required reports.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Long‑term disability insurance
• 5 weeks paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Company contribution to a 403(b) retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Mileage reimbursement
• Employee appreciation events

About the organization

Community LIFE is a program of all‑inclusive care for the elderly, committed to empowering older adults to remain at home while preserving their dignity, independence, and quality of life. Our program brings the region’s experts in geriatric medicine and care together to work as a team in specialized Day Centers, helping older adults enjoy the highest quality of life possible. Our professionals are dedicated to keeping older adults independent and in their homes. Our wide range of services are designed to meet the varied needs of seniors and include medical care, social services, meals, activities, transportation, and much more.