Outpatient Pediatric Dietitian

Your nutritional know-how can help patients in your community live happier, healthier lives.

 

Sodexo is seeking a Full Time Pediatric Outpatient Dietitian Nutritionist I-HC to provide expert clinical coverage at the 154 bed Children's Hospital of Georgia at WellStar MCG Health Medical Center in Augusta, GA.

 

This position will provide outpatient coverage for our pediatric population, primarily covering complex care clinic (provides care for pediatric patients with complex medical issues), pediatric vent clinic (provides care for pediatric patients on home ventilation) and other clinics that may include renal transplant clinic, general pediatric clinic, and one on one nutrition clinic. 

$5,000 Sign on Bonus Available! Reimbursement for Academy dues, state licensure fees and CDR renewal! One free meal daily, free parking

The successful candidate will report to the Pediatric Clinical Nutrition Manager:

• Be a Registered Dietitian
• Provide pediatric nutrition support as part of nutrition assessments and re-assessments
• Critcal care experience preferred

• Primarily cover pediatric outpatients but may cross-train to provide coverage to inpatient pediatrics

• Support high risk outpatient clinic for post-discharge patients requiring nutrition follow up

• Work well with physicians, nursing, occupational and speech therapists, and other hospital staff.
• Work some holidays on rotation
• Educate health care team members, including residents, physicians, and nurses
• Precept dietetic interns

To learn more click: https://www.wellstar.org/locations/hospital/childrens-hospital-of-georgia

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

 

• Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
• 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

• Registered Dietitian with six months pediatric experience in an inpatient or outpatient setting;
• Obtain Georgia Licensure before start date
• Good time management and organizational skills, be a self-starter and a team player
• A track record of proactive interaction with the medical team and be an outstanding team player with strong demonstrated leadership skills. 
• Possess the ability to creatively solve problems, work independently with minimal supervision and make decisions while working within a self-directed and team-oriented work environment. 
• Possess excellent interpersonal communication skills and the ability to interact with a wide variety of individuals and groups 

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.

 

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.

Minimum Education Requirement:

Master's degree with completion of required coursework and supervised practice as dictated by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) 

For those eligible for the registration exam prior to 1/1/24:

Bachelor's degree with completion of required coursework and supervised practice as dictated by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) 

 

Credentials Requirement:

Meets eligibility requirements for Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RD/RDN) by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) and will become registered within 120 days of hire.  In some states and/or facilities the RD/RDN credentials is required at the time of hire
Certification/licensure as required by state(s) of practice. In some states and/or facilities state certification/licensure is required at the time of hire