Registered Dietitian (PACE) - $7,500 Sign On Bonus

About the role

The Registered Dietitian (RD) - PACE Site at AltaMed is a member of the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) with both clinical nutrition and food service management roles. The RD conducts nutrition assessments and follows-up as needed to assess participants' nutritional status and provides appropriate medical nutrition therapy (MNT).

Responsibilities

• Conducts nutrition assessments and follow-ups to assess participants' nutritional status and provides appropriate medical nutrition therapy (MNT).
• Supports Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) compliance by planning menus to meet requirements, conducting quarterly CACFP food service audits, and maintaining required CACFP documentation.
• Supports meal service by planning therapeutic menus, maintaining diet records, coordinating diet changes with the Food Preparation Coordinator, and conducting regular kitchen audits.
• Conducts in-services as needed for the kitchen staff and/or IDT members to ensure accurate and evidence-based nutrition care practices.

Requirements

• Active Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) status with the Commission on Dietetics Registration required.
• California Food Handler or Food Protection Manager Certification from an ANSI-accredited training provider meeting ASTM International E2659-09 Standard Practice for Certificate Programs. Required within 90 days of hire, required.
• Minimum of 1 year professional work experience in clinical nutrition as an RD/RDN preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of experience working with the frail elderly, preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish/Mandarin/Cantonese, depending on demographics of PACE site, preferred.
• A minimum requirement of a valid BLS certification or higher, following the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross guidelines.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited program in dietetics.

Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Knowledge of nutrition science and its application to clinical practice.
• Experience with food service management and CACFP compliance.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• 403(b) Retirement savings plans with employer matching contributions.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Paid Time Off & Holidays.
• Paid CME Days.
• Malpractice insurance and tail coverage.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program.
• Corporate Employee Discounts.
• Employee Referral Bonus Program.
• Pet Care Insurance.

Pay

$83,200.00 - $104,000.00 annually

Schedule

N/A