Dietitian

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Hourly Range: $28.49 - $42.74 and can go up based on experience
Salary Range: $59,259.20 - $88,899.20

The primary purpose of Registered Dietician position is to display comprehensive knowledge of clinical nutrition and therapeutic diets; complete participant nutritional assessments and reassessments as needed; obtain participant food preferences and adhere to dietary modifications; determine adequacy of current diet and supplements when necessary; conduct meal rounds and sanitation inspections; as well as providing nutritional education to participants, caregivers, and staff.

Shift Times: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Hours/Day:8
Location: 3403 Government St, Alexandria, LA 71302

Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Attend and participate in scheduled training, in-service training, mandatory annual in-service training and educational classes as required/needed.
• Conduct initial and annual comprehensive nutritional assessment on all participants. Coordinates with the interdisciplinary team to develop a comprehensive care plan for each participant.
• Monitor monthly weights, medical diagnosis, drug nutrient interactions, reports changes to the interdisciplinary team and makes recommendations for changes to appropriate staff.
• Perform initial and annual competencies on the Dietary Aide(s).
• Oversee maintenance/cleanliness and orderliness of serving kitchen.
• Act as a liaison with contracted meal service to ensure meals meet the needs of the PACE participants.
• Provide education and training to health care professionals as needed

Position Highlights and Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefit packages available, including 1st Day medical coverage, dental, vision, paid time off, 403B and educational assistance.
• Access to wages earned daily through Daily Pay.
• Ability to earn incentives through our Employee Referral program.
• Warm and supportive environment with a truly patient-centered focus.
• Comprehensive Orientation and professional development opportunities

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.49 - $42.74 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

• Dietetics

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• working with frail or elderly population: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Registered Dietitian in LA (Required)

Work Location: On the road

Salary : $59,259 - $88,899