Clinical Dietitian

Job PostingAug 6, 2026 Clinical Dietitian - Food and Nutrition - ( 26161961 )Job TitleFood Services / DietaryOrganizationManchester Hospital Inc.DescriptionWork where every moment matters. Every day, over 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network. The Greater Manchester Region has approximately 2,500 employees. It includes Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 249-bed community hospital, Rockville General, a campus of Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 102-bed facility, a large multispecialty provider group and visiting nurse services. The Greater Manchester Region serves a region of 300,000 people in 19 towns. POSITION SUMMARY: Provides comprehensive nutrition assessments and develops care plans for patients. Plans special diets and instructs patients/significant other and/or hospital personnel in principles of nutrition and modifications of normal diet to maximize the patient's education and motivation to address their specific nutritional issues. This position is a primary liaison with the interdisciplinary healthcare team. Will possess typical knowledge and skills of nutrition care principles for acutely or chronically ill patients within specialty areas (e.g., diabetes, cardiovascular, oncology, renal, surgical, nutrition support). Will provide care within JCAHO and ADA standards to maximize the quality of inpatient and outpatient care. Will plan and adapt informational/educational materials, menus, etc. for specific patient groups. Will attend interdisciplinary care rounds. Will participate in the orientation and training of new employees and dietetic students. Will utilize the Meditech computerized system. Will provide Medical Nutrition Therapy to outpatients, as needed. Excellent communication and counseling skills.QualificationsCOMPETENCIES: Must be able to read, write, speak and comprehend the English language. Must have access to reliable transportation to travel between multiple work sites; and travel is required in order to perform essential duties. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in food and nutrition required. Must be a Registered Dietitian. Licensure in the State of Connecticut required. We take great care of careers. With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving colleagues-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment