Registered Dietitian - Berto Guerra

COMPANY OVERVIEW

CentroMed is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to providing healthcare for all populations. Founded in 1971, CentroMed has grown into a network of high-quality healthcare clinics across San Antonio and New Braunfels, offering comprehensive health and dental care to all populations, regardless of income limitations. Our mission is to improve lives through improving the well-being of families through high quality, compassionate health care.

About the Role

We are searching for our next SUPER STAR! As the Registered Dietitian, you will play an integral role in health behavior and interventions resulting in prevention of and/or improved management of chronic disease. You will assess, evaluate, implement, and document nutritional intervention for Chronic Disease Prevention Program participants. You will provide nutritional assessments and information to participants through individual consultations and group nutritional classes. You will maintain a good understanding of program and agency safety as well as infection control with OSHA and Joint Commission standards.

Responsibilities

• Strong collaboration efforts with primary care providers.
• Documents information in the patient chart, implements a plan, provides nutrition counseling, and makes appropriate referrals.
• Conducts monthly performance assessments in compliance with quality assurance activities as requested.
• Regular and proficient computer use of our Electronic Health Records (EHR) and systems to ensure adequate care of patients within caseload and communications with the group providers, partners, and administration.
• Covers follow-up schedule with the caseload. New patient scheduling and benefits checking will be provided by CSRs.
• Consults with patient and family concerning nutrition needs and goals.
• Inputs dietary information accurately and in a timely manner (i.e., patient charting, dietary database).
• Exhibits excellent customer service and a positive attitude toward patients.
• Fulfills all agency and program protocols to maintain compliance with OSHA regulations, and Joint Commission.
• Provides nutrition counseling to program participants.
• Utilizes motivational interviewing counseling techniques during counseling sessions.
• Develops a referral network of community resources to address patient needs.
• Knowledgeable on the impact of nutrition assessment as a preventable measure for chronic diseases.
• Performs all other duties assigned by the Director - Chronic Disease Prevention Program in keeping with the philosophy, purpose, goals, and objectives of the Chronic Disease Prevention program and the agency.
• Follows infection control policies and procedures.
• Absides by policies and procedures as dictated in the Employee Safety Handbook.

Qualifications

• Education: Minimum BS in Nutrition or related field. A Registered Dietitian credential is required.
• Experience: Prior experience in nutritional assessment and planning. Two (2) years’ experience in a health care facility. Prior post-acute care experience preferred.
• Other: Registered with the Commission on Dietetic Registration. Bilingual (Spanish) preferred.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit package includes:

• Competitive Compensation
• Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• Retail Plans 403(B)- Company Match Contributions
• Basic Life Insurance
• Basic Life Insurance for your Spouse & Children
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Wellness Employee Assistance (EAP)
• Travel Reimbursement
• Critical Illness insurance, hospital indemnity, accident insurance
• Additional benefits include: 6 paid company holidays, plus (2) extra floating holidays, paid time off/vacation time, career development opportunities and many other benefits in a collaborative culture that focuses on work life balance, innovation, & teamwork.

Benefits start after 30 days

Fun & Energetic, Family-Based Environment