Registered Dietitian

Registered Dietitian (Contractor, Remote)

Position Type: Contract / 1099
Location: Fully Remote
About Denali:

Denali Health is committed to improving patient outcomes through innovative, patient-centered healthcare services. We believe exceptional care starts with exceptional people, and we're building a team of professionals who are passionate about making a meaningful difference in patients' lives.

As a growing organization, we foster a culture of trust, accountability, continuous learning, and clinical excellence.

Why This Role Matters:

Every patient interaction has the potential to improve health outcomes, prevent disease progression, and create lasting lifestyle change. As a Registered Dietitian with Denali Health, you'll help patients navigate nutrition challenges with evidence-based guidance, compassionate coaching, and practical strategies that support long-term success.

Your expertise will empower patients to make informed decisions about their health while contributing to a care model focused on prevention, education, and sustainable wellness.

What You'll Do:

Provide Nutrition Counseling & Education:

• Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments via telehealth.
• Develop individualized nutrition care plans based on patient goals, medical history, and lifestyle factors.
• Provide ongoing nutrition counseling, education, and behavior-change coaching.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust recommendations as needed.
• Educate patients on nutrition, disease prevention, weight management, and healthy lifestyle practices.

Support Patient Success:

• Build strong, trusting relationships with patients through compassionate communication.
• Help patients establish realistic and sustainable health goals.
• Provide accountability, encouragement, and ongoing support throughout the care journey.
• Respond to patient questions and provide timely follow-up when appropriate.
• Deliver a high-quality patient experience during every interaction.

Maintain Documentation & Quality Standards:

• Document patient encounters accurately and thoroughly.
• Maintain records in accordance with company standards and applicable regulations.
• Utilize telehealth and electronic documentation systems effectively.
• Stay current with evidence-based nutrition guidelines and best practices.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, health coaches, and other healthcare professionals when appropriate.

You're a Good Fit If You Are:

• Passionate about helping patients improve their health through nutrition.
• An excellent communicator and educator.
• Empathetic, patient-centered, and supportive.
• Comfortable working independently in a remote environment.
• Organized, reliable, and detail-oriented.
• Adaptable and comfortable using technology.
• Motivated to build strong relationships and improve patient outcomes.

Must-Haves:

• Active Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential in good standing.
• Bachelor's degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or a related field.
• Experience providing nutrition counseling and patient education.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Reliable internet connection and home office setup.
• Proficiency with telehealth platforms and electronic documentation systems.

Nice-to-Haves:

• Master's degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, Public Health, or a related field.
• Experience providing telehealth or virtual nutrition services.
• Experience supporting weight management programs.
• Experience with diabetes, cardiovascular disease, metabolic health, or lifestyle medicine.
• Familiarity with EHR/EMR systems.
• Bilingual communication skills.

How We'll Support Your Success:

• Flexible remote work environment.
• Administrative support and streamlined workflows.
• Opportunity to work with a diverse patient population.
• Collaborative team environment with healthcare professionals across disciplines.
• Ongoing opportunities to contribute ideas and improve patient care processes.

Why Denali?

• Do work that matters: Help patients make meaningful and lasting improvements to their health.
• Work remotely: Enjoy flexibility while maintaining a strong connection to your patients and team.
• Focus on patient care: Spend your time making an impact, not navigating unnecessary bureaucracy.
• Grow with us: Join an organization committed to innovation, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Be part of a mission-driven culture: Work alongside professionals who genuinely care about patient outcomes.

Hiring Process:

• Application Review
• Introductory Interview
• Final Interview
• Contractor Agreement & Onboarding