Clinical Dietitian

Job Description

Job Type: PRN *ONLY AS NEEDED*

Wage scale: $33.50 - $49.23 Per Hour

Your experience matters

At Virginia Mason Franciscan Rehabilitation Hospital, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a Clinical Dietician PRN joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you'll contribute

The Clinical Dietician evaluates and treats individuals with speech, language, voice, and swallowing disorders, supporting patient recovery and communication improvement.

Participate in the survey process: guide staff on conduct and disclosure, maintain an on-site presence with surveyors, coordinate timely information requests, and initiate corrective action during surveys as appropriate; collaborate with hospital departments to develop plans of correction.

Conduct initial nutrition assessments and reassessments for all admitted patients; prioritize high-risk referrals per policy.

Ensure complete and timely documentation (assessments, care plans, education, discharge planning) in accordance with hospital policy and regulatory standards.

Provide oversight of the menu management process to align offerings with therapeutic diet orders and patient needs.

Educate managers and staff on therapeutic diets, food allergens, and related topics; serve as a subject-matter resource.

Perform other duties as assigned.

What we offer

Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.

Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).

Qualifications and requirements:

Bachelor's degree or higher in Dietetics or a nutrition-related field required.

License: Registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration; state license/certification if required.

Certifications: CPR certification required.

About us

Virginia Mason Franciscan Rehabilitation Hospital is located in Tacoma, Washington, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestoneyour experience matters.

EEOC Statement

Virginia Mason Franciscan Rehabilitation Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Virginia Mason Franciscan Rehabilitation Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.