Outpatient Dietitian

Use your passion for service to create a positive impact and make a difference in the communities we serve!

Sodexo is seeking a Registered Dietitian for a temporary outpatient position at Capital Health Family Health Center, supporting the HealthStart program in Trenton, NJ. Capital Health is a multi-site hospital system employing a large and dynamic team of dietitians in a variety of clinical settings. This position is expected to begin in July 2026 and last for approximately six months.

No Weekends!

• maintain a strong working knowledge of general nutrition and maternity nutrition, especially gestational diabetes;
• demonstrate competency in nutrition care planning for the maternal outpatient population, including gestational diabetes;
• actively participate in multidisciplinary care team rounds, current work groups, area committees and community outreach events;
• participate in performance improvement and/or outcome measurement initiatives; and
• mentor/coach Dietetic Interns, as assigned.

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 credential;
• Strong verbal and written communication skills (proficiency in Spanish a plus);
• excellent counseling skills;
• time management and organizational abilities;
• the ability to be a self-starter and a team player; and
• the ability to work well with physicians, nursing and ancillary staff.

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