Dietitian Nutritionist

How far will your ambition, talent and dedication take you? Sodexo fosters a culture committed to the growth of individuals through continuous learning, mentoring and career growth opportunities.

Sodexo is seeking a Registered Dietitian to come join their clinical team at USC Arcadia Hospital, located in Arcadia, CA. 

about 13 miles northeast of downtown Los Angeles in the San Gabriel Valley and at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains.  We are now part of the Keck Medicine of USC. This acute care facility is licensed for 348 beds with an average census of 240: 40 beds in the Critical Care Units, a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, a Bariatric Program, and a Rehabilitation Department with a 30-bed inpatient unit.

Sodexo offers a full array of benefits!

Starting with 3 weeks vacation and 3 Personal Days!
Reimbursement for AND dues, state licensure fees, and CDR renewal!
Money toward continuing education events!
 $5000 tuition reimbursement annually!

Free employee on-site parking!

Training and development programs, plus health and wellness programs!

• Be responsible for conducting nutrition care and patient assessments for the inpatient population with a variety of disease states in acute care and critical nutrition support 
• Work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities and prior experience with room service preferred 
• Creatively problem solve, work independently with minimal supervision and make decisions while working within a self-directed and team-oriented work environment

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.

• A valid Registered Dietitian credential with experience in acute care and critical nutrition support
• Prior experience in the PI/QI initiatives with an interest in improving their clinical knowledge
• The ability to be self-motivated, excited to learn new processes and a passion to elevate their clinical career and passionate about nutrition and desire to elevate our practice
• Be self-directed, flexible, and a team player 
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• The ability to work a flexible schedule and available to work weekends, and rotating holidays

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

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