Registered Dietitian

Registered Dietitian

Location: Wellstar Spalding Regional Hospital

Pay Rate: Salary - Salary Plan, 70,000.00 USD Annual

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Job Description

We're looking for a friendly, compassionate, leader to join our culinary team! Guide patients, families, and facility staff on all aspects of medical nutrition therapy to create a healthy and healing environment. Build relationships with physicians and nursing to support patient satisfaction and achieve quality care that meets each patient's nutritional needs.

Responsibilities

Registered Dietitian at Wellstar Spalding Regional Hospital in Griffin, GA

NEW SALARY RATE!

Starting salary $70,000 (Negotiable based on experience) PLUS $3,000 RD sign-on BONUS!

*Extra benefits include paid CDR and state licensure fees. We offer FREE monthly CEUs up to 18/year! We encourage continued learning and advanced certifications! Work for a company that you can grow with!

Principal Duties & Responsibilities - Essential Functions

Nutrition Assessments & Follow-Ups

• Complete nutrition assessments and follow-ups for individuals with increased nutritional needs in accordance with facility policies.
• Document assessment of nutritional goals and/or changes in status in the medical record.
• Educate individuals and/or their family members on nutritional needs as indicated.
• Attend patient rounds on assigned floors.
• Inform nursing and physicians of changes in patient/resident nutritional status.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the Clinical Nutrition Manager, Lead Clinical Dietitian, or DFNS.

Patient/Resident Satisfaction

• Participate in patient/resident satisfaction programs with culinary and nutrition services.
• Ensure processes are followed and participate in performance improvements within trouble areas.

Patient Services Program Implementation & Maintenance

• Educate staff, nursing, and food service employees on issues regarding special diets or formulas.
• Review and approve menus, formularies, substitutions, or changes.

Skills

• Interpersonal Skills: Ability to interact with individuals of all backgrounds
• Communication: Effective written, spoken, and non-verbal communication
• Customer Service: Service-oriented mentality with a focus on exceeding expectations
• Professionalism: Maintain a positive and professional demeanor
• Proactivity: Self-motivated with the ability to effectively prioritize projects and needs
• Team Player: Willingness to provide support where needed to achieve outcomes
• Business Ethics: Demonstrate integrity, respect, and discretion in all business dealings
• Organization: Attention to detail and ability to effectively manage tasks in a fast-paced environment

Requirements

• Registered Dietitian with the Commission of Dietetic Registration and licensed dietitian as required per state regulations
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Nutrition & Dietetics or related field
• Knowledge of regulatory standards
• Computer experience with word processing, spreadsheets, and various software

What We Offer

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career development and ongoing training

Important to Know

• Many healthcare facilities require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved exemption in place.
• Veterans and candidates with military experience are encouraged to apply.
• HHS is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to workplace diversity and inclusion.

Who is HHS

HHS is a private, family-owned business dedicated to caring for its team members and providing honest, quality-driven customer service. Founded in 1975 as Hospital Housekeeping Systems, today HHS provides services including housekeeping, nutrition services, and facility management to nearly 1,000 customers across six industries. We are growing rapidly and seeking motivated leaders to join us for the next stage of our journey. We support and encourage growth from within and believe that we have countless future leaders in our organization who are waiting for their next opportunity. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Team supports a work environment where individuals of all backgrounds are heard, respected, and encouraged to grow.