Clinical Dietician-up to $15K Sign-On bonus

Job Description

Up to $15K sign-on bonus! Join a team where your expertise truly matters. As a Clinical Dietitian, you’ll assess, execute, and elevate patient nutritional strategy, dedicated patient instruction, and impactful satisfaction programs, and deliver meaningful patient care every day. We offer a stable work environment, opportunities to grow your skills, and a culture that values both excellence and compassion. If you’re looking for a place where you can make a real impact while advancing your career, we’d love to have you apply.

Benefits
•    Up to $15K Sign-on Bonus (1st payment of $7500 after successful completion of 90   day introductory period; 2nd payment of $7500 at completion of 2 yr.)                                  •    Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
•    Life Insurance
•    Paid Time Off
•    401(k) with Match
•    Competitive Salary
•    Comprehensive Benefits Package
•    100% Licensure/Certification Reimbursement
•    Tuition Reimbursement
 

Job Summary

The Clinical Dietitian evaluates, implements, and improves patient nutritional care by managing physician-ordered therapeutic diets, providing nutrition education, and contributing to patient satisfaction initiatives. This role collaborates with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans and ensures compliance with clinical nutrition standards and policies.

Essential Functions

• Conducts comprehensive nutritional assessments using information from medical records, patient interviews, families, and healthcare professionals.
• Develops and implements individualized care plans, evaluates their effectiveness, and revises them as needed to support optimal patient outcomes.
• Documents all relevant aspects of nutritional care in accordance with departmental and regulatory standards.
• Educates patients, families, and caregivers on nutrition-related topics through individual consultations, group classes, and community presentations.
• Participates in healthcare team meetings to discuss patient care needs and collaborate on treatment plans.
• Serves as a resource for medical staff, nursing services, and other departments by providing expertise in clinical nutrition.
• Assists with menu planning and portion specifications to ensure compliance with therapeutic diet requirements.
• Monitors patient meal acceptance, conducts unit rounds as needed, and addresses concerns to enhance patient satisfaction.
• Revises and maintains policies and procedures related to clinical nutrition to ensure quality and compliance with current standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or related field required
• 0-2 years of clinical dietetics experience in a hospital or healthcare setting required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong understanding of clinical nutrition principles, therapeutic diets, and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
• Ability to develop and implement individualized nutrition care plans.
• Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) and documentation systems.
• Organizational and time management skills to manage multiple priorities efficiently.
• Commitment to professional growth and staying current with advancements in nutrition science.

Licenses and Certifications

• REG DIET - Dietitian – Registered required

State Specific Requirements

• Arizona: Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) certification within six (6) months of hire date required.

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