Outpatient Dietitian

Location US-KY-HAZARD | US-KY-LOUISVILLE | US-WV-HUNTINGTON | US-IN-INDIANAPOLIS | US-IL-CHICAGO | US-WV-MORGANTOWN
System ID
981540
Category
Nutrition
Employment Status
Part-Time
Posted Range
$54100 to $81950
Company : Segment Desc
HOSPITALS
 
Remote

Role Overview

Sodexo is seeking an Outpatient Dietitian for Appalachian Regional Healthcare Bariatric Center and the Lifestyle Medicine Clinic.   This Registered Dietitian will provide Medical Nutrition Therapy for weight management, surgical education, and nutrition education, as well as clients looking to adopt healthier diet and lifestyle habits.  This role is 100% remote, but you must be able to see patients during normal business hours of 8 AM - 5 PM EST.  This position is 32 hours/week, working four days/week.

 

Experience working in Bariatric Surgery and Kentucky license are strongly preferred, you will also need to obtain West Virginia license.  Can work from any state in the United States.  

 

 

What You'll Do

  • Perform initial nutrition assessments and preoperative nutrition guidance and education
  • Counsel post-op patients to ensure dietary compliance, nutritional adequacy and formulation of weight management goals
  • Provide education on healthy nutrition and physical activity
  • Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to recommend, implement, and monitor nutrition interventions with overall improvement in clinical outcomes
  • Participate in quality improvement projects

What We Offer

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.

What You Bring

  • Registered Dietitian credentials and licensed in KY
  • Previous experience with bariatric surgery
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with clients and interdisciplinary team members
  • Ability to effectively engage, motivate and influence others regarding their nutrition
  • Commitment to continued education in the bariatrics, weight management, and healthy lifestyle field. 

Who We Are

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.

Qualifications & Requirements

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

 

Minimum Functional Experience - 3 years experienced practitioner able to work with minimal supervision

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