Dietitian

Dietitian Career Opportunity Are you a dedicated dietitian in search of a career that feels close to home and heart? As a dietitian at Encompass Health, you'll play a crucial role in promoting health and wellness through personalized nutrition plans. Your responsibilities will include assessing patients' nutritional needs, developing and implementing dietary plans, and providing education on healthy eating habits. In this role, you will instruct patients on post-discharge diets and monitor their nutritional status. If you're passionate about making a positive impact on individuals' lives through nutrition and are seeking a rewarding career that aligns with your values, consider joining us on our mission to enhance the well-being of the patients we serve in your community. Starting Perks and Benefits At Encompass Health, we are committed to creating a supportive, inclusive, and caring environment where you can thrive. From day one , you will have access to: Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for both full-time and part-time employees and their families. Generous paid time off that accrues over time. Opportunities for tuition reimbursement and continuous education. Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans. Flexible spending and health savings accounts. A vibrant community of individuals passionate about the work they do! Responsibilities Communicate with and counsel patients per physician orders and diet instruction. Communicate with physicians and other involved disciplines in patient care. Evaluate referral orders to determine adequacy of nutrition intake methods. Document pertinent information in the patient's medical record according to established standards. Implement nutritional care plans, adapt menus, and assist patients with special dietary needs. Conduct calorie counts and make appropriate recommendations. Review, revise, and sign off menus for nutritional adequacy. Qualifications Registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the American Dietetic Association. State licensure required. Membership in the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics preferred. Bachelor's or advanced degree from an accredited institution with a major in Food & Nutrition. One year of Clinical Dietetics experience preferred. #J-18808-Ljbffr