What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Dietitian position at Rego Park Health Care?
We are seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Dietitian to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in nutrition and dietetics, with a focus on patient-centered care. This role involves assessing patients' nutritional needs, developing individualized meal plans, and providing ongoing support to promote health and wellness. The Dietitian will work closely with healthcare professionals to ensure optimal dietary management for patients, particularly in hospital and long-term care settings.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to evaluate nutritional status and dietary needs.
- Develop and implement personalized nutrition care plans based on individual health conditions and goals.
- Provide health coaching to patients, guiding them towards healthier eating habits and lifestyle changes.
- Monitor and adjust dietary plans as necessary, especially for patients requiring tube feeding or specialized diets.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support the nutritional needs of geriatric patients and those in long-term care facilities.
- Educate patients and their families about nutrition-related topics, including weight loss strategies and healthy eating practices.
- Supervise dietary staff as needed, ensuring compliance with established protocols and standards of care.
- Stay informed about the latest research in nutrition and physiology to provide evidence-based recommendations.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
- Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential required.
- Experience in a hospital or long-term care setting is highly desirable.
- Strong knowledge of geriatric nutrition, physiology, and dietary management techniques.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
- Familiarity with health coaching principles is a plus.
- Ability to assess patient needs accurately and develop appropriate interventions.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development in the field of dietetics.
Join our team as a Dietitian where you can make a meaningful impact on the health and well-being of our patients through expert nutritional guidance!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $85,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Bariatrics
- Dietetics
- Geriatrics
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Salary : $85,000 - $95,000
