Registered Dietitian

Overview Position Title: Registered Dietitian Location: Los Angeles, CA 90002 Description: Grow Healthy If you are as passionate about helping those in need as you are about growing your career, consider AltaMed. At AltaMed, your passion for helping others isn't just welcomed it's nurtured, celebrated, and promoted, allowing you to grow while making a meaningful difference. We don't just serve our communities; we are an integral part of them. By raising the expectations of what a community clinic can deliver, we demonstrate our belief that quality care is for everyone. Our commitment to providing exceptional care, despite any challenges, goes beyond just a job; it's a calling that drives us forward every day. Job Overview The Registered Dietitian (RD) - PACE Site is a member of the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) with both clinical nutrition and food service management roles. The RD will conduct nutrition assessments and follow-ups as needed to assess participants' nutritional status and provide appropriate medical nutrition therapy (MNT), such as therapeutic and mechanically altered diets, oral nutritional supplements or enteral nutrition recommendations, dietary counseling, nutrition education, food security resources, and coordination of care with other IDT disciplines. The RD will support Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) compliance by planning menus to meet requirements, conducting quarterly CACFP food service audits, and maintaining required CACFP documentation. The RD will support meal service by planning therapeutic menus, maintaining diet records, coordinating diet changes with the Food Preparation Coordinator, and conducting regular kitchen audits. The RD will conduct in-services as needed for the kitchen staff and/or IDT members to ensure accurate and evidence-based nutrition care practices. Responsibilities The RD - PACE Site is responsible for: Conducting nutrition assessments and follow-ups to assess nutritional status and provide medical nutrition therapy (MNT). Developing and adjusting therapeutic and mechanically altered diets, recommending oral nutritional supplements or enteral nutrition as appropriate. Providing dietary counseling and nutrition education to participants. Identifying and connecting participants with food security resources and coordinating with other IDT disciplines. Supporting CACFP compliance by planning menus, conducting audits, and maintaining required documentation. Planning therapeutic menus and maintaining diet records; coordinating diet changes with the Food Preparation Coordinator. Conducting regular kitchen audits and in-services for kitchen staff and IDT members to ensure evidence-based nutrition care practices. Minimum Qualifications Active Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) status with the Commission on Dietetics Registration. California Food Handler or Food Protection Manager Certification from an ANSI-accredited training provider meeting ASTM International E2659-09 Standard Practice for Certificate Programs. Required within 90 days of hire. Minimum of 1 year professional work experience in clinical nutrition as an RD/RDN (preferred). Minimum 1 year of experience working with the frail elderly (preferred). Bilingual English/Spanish/Mandarin/Cantonese, depending on demographics of PACE site (preferred). A valid BLS certification or higher following American Heart Association or American Red Cross guidelines. Compensation and Benefits Compensation $83,200.00 - $104,000.00 annually Compensation Disclaimer Actual salary offers are considered by various factors, including budget, experience, skills, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. The range is subject to change. AltaMed may offer discretionary bonuses or incentives where applicable. Benefits & Career Development Medical, Dental and Vision insurance 403(b) Retirement savings plans with employer matching contributions Flexible Spending Accounts Commuter Flexible Spending Career Advancement & Development opportunities Paid Time Off & Holidays Paid CME Days Malpractice insurance and tail coverage Tution Reimbursement Program Corporate Employee Discounts Employee Referral Bonus Program Pet Care Insurance Compliance AltaMed Health Services Corp. will consider qualified applicants with criminal history pursuant to applicable laws. Information about background checks is provided after a conditional job offer. Remote Type In Person About Us AltaMed Health Services Corporation is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals. We prohibit discrimination in employment based on protected characteristics and other status. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply and join us in our mission to create a positive impact. PI284839637 #J-18808-Ljbffr