Registered Dietitian
4 days ago
Chester
Job DescriptionSalary: 65,000-67,000 Salaried DOE About Us ChesPenn is a network of community health centers spanning Chester and Delaware Counties. Our mission is to provide quality, integrated, and culturally sensitive medical, dental, and behavioral healthcare to adults and children regardless of their income, insurance status, or ability to pay. Simply put, our goal is to provide a healthcare home for every person living in the communities we serve. Be part of our mission to care for your community. This is a job that will love you back! Join Our Team as a Registered Dietitian Are you passionate about improving lives through nutrition? At ChesPenn, youll be part of a compassionate healthcare team dedicated to empowering patients with the knowledge and support they need to thrive. As a Registered Dietitian, youll play a vital role in delivering high-quality, culturally sensitive care to diverse populations across Chester and Delaware Counties. This is more than a job its a mission-driven opportunity to make a lasting impact in your community. Its a job that will love you back. Why Youll Love Working with Us We live by the values of compassion, teamwork, integrity, and quality shaping how we care for patients and support one another. Here, youll find a workplace where your dedication is valued, your voice is heard, and your efforts truly make a difference. We offer: • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy, • Flexible time off to maintain balance and recharge, • Retirement plan, • Opportunities for professional development and career growth in a dynamic healthcare setting, • And much more Who You Are • A clear and compassionate communicator who can translate complex nutritional science into practical, personalized guidance, • A motivated self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, multi-site environment, • A team player who builds positive relationships and supports a healthy workplace culture, • Passionate about making a meaningful difference in patients lives every day What Youll Do • Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to evaluate nutritional needs and develop tailored care plans, • Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure integrated patient care focused on nutrition and dietary management, • Supervise dietary department staff, providing guidance and support to ensure adherence to best practices in nutrition, • Implement tube feeding protocols as necessary for patients requiring specialized nutritional support, • Utilize EMR systems to document patient progress, dietary interventions, and outcomes effectively, • Provide education on weight loss strategies and healthy eating habits to patients and their families, • Perform diagnostic evaluations related to nutrition and dietetics to identify areas for improvement in patient health, • Stay updated on the latest research in nutrition, physiology, and dietary practices relevant to geriatrics and other populations Qualifications • Bachelors degree in Dietetics or a related field; Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential preferred, • Experience in acute care settings, long-term care facilities, or hospitals is highly desirable, • Knowledge of physiology as it relates to nutrition and health coaching principles, • Familiarity with dietary department operations and supervisory experience is a plus, • Proficiency in using EMR systems for documentation and patient management, • Strong communication skills with the ability to educate diverse populations about nutrition-related topics, • Previous experience with tube feeding protocols and dietary interventions is beneficial Please Note To protect the safety of children and familiesand to safeguard sensitive medical informationall candidates who accept any form of job offer, whether conditional, contingent, or final, are required to complete pre-employment screenings. These may include child abuse clearance, criminal background checks, and other evaluations mandated by state and federal regulations. Depending on the position, additional requirements such as fingerprinting, drug testing, and verification of professional credentials may also apply. If this sounds like the perfect role for you, apply today to join a team that values your talents and passion. ChesPenns Mission Our mission is to provide comprehensive primary and preventive care and social services to medically underserved families and individuals regardless of their ability to pay. We strive to meet the unique health needs of the communities we serve in linguistically and culturally competent ways. ChesPenn is an Equal Opportunity Employer Note: ChesPenn uses a web-based application portal and emailing system to correspond with applicants. Please be sure to add to your contact list to ensure delivery of all correspondence from us.