Clinical Dietitian - Nutritional Services

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Legal Information Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center will maintain your application for as long as legally required. Upon submitting your application we will take every effort to review it for proper consideration. If your qualifications meet the current needs of Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center, the hiring manager of that department will contact you. Drug Testing Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center is committed to providing a safe, efficient, and productive work environment for all employees. To help ensure a safe and healthful working environment, each applicant to whom an offer of employment has been made will be required as a condition of employment to undergo a substance test. Applicants will be asked to read the policy and sign a Pre-Employment Offer and Employee Consent to Drug Screening. Openings If an open position is not currently available, we will maintain your application for three months and consider it for future openings. If you meet the qualifications of the position and are selected for an interview, the Hiring Manager will phone or e-mail you. Thank you for your interest in Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center. Position: Clinical Dietitian - Nutritional Services Location: La Junta, CO Job Id: 105 # of Openings: 1 Registered Dietitian (RD), Part-Time Nutrition Services Department | Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center (AVRMC) Join a team that provides compassionate, hands-on care and makes a meaningful difference in patients’ lives every day. At Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center (AVRMC), we believe nutrition plays a vital role in patient outcomes and overall wellness. We are seeking a knowledgeable, caring, and motivated Registered Dietitian to join our team in La Junta, Colorado. Located just east of the Rocky Mountains, AVRMC proudly serves southeastern Colorado with high-quality healthcare close to home. If you’re passionate about patient care and want flexibility while making an impact, we’d love to hear from you. Position Summary As a Registered Dietitian, you will plan, coordinate, and evaluate nutritional care for patients across the continuum of care. Working closely with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams, you will ensure patients receive individualized nutrition plans that support healing, disease management, and overall wellbeing. This is a Part-Time position within our Nutrition Services Department. Nutrition Planning & Patient Care Plan and coordinate nutritional care activities to meet individual patient needs Assess nutrition status and develop appropriate nutrition interventions Write and implement special diets as required Monitor and evaluate nutrition care plans for effectiveness Counseling & Education Provide diet counseling to patients and families as appropriate Educate patients on therapeutic diets and lifestyle modifications Support patient understanding and compliance with nutrition plans Collaboration & Communication Consult with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes Participate in interdisciplinary care planning and communication Maintain professional relationships across departments Documentation & Professional Practice Monitor and document nutrition care according to hospital standards Maintain national registration and continuing education requirements Perform other duties as assigned to support Nutrition Services Qualifications Required Bachelor’s Degree in Foods and Nutrition from an accredited college or university recognized by the American Dietetic Association (ADA) Completion of requirements for ADA membership Registered Dietitian (RD) credential required within 12 months of hire Continued maintenance of national registration, including 75 hours of continuing education every 5 years Why Join AVRMC We offer a supportive work environment where every employee plays an important role in our mission of providing extraordinary care—no matter their schedule. Benefits & Perks Health & Wellness Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (Full-Time) Life Insurance (Full-Time) Short-Term Disability Coverage (Full-Time) Flexible Spending Account (FSA) (Full-Time & Part-Time) Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance (Full-Time) Employee Wellness Programs (All Statuses) Gym Membership Discount (Part-Time & Full-Time) Employee Assistance Program (All Statuses) Financial Benefits Competitive Pay (All Statuses) Shift Differentials (All Statuses) Annual Salary Increase Opportunities (All Statuses) Generous Paid Time Off (Full-Time & Part-Time) 401(k) Retirement Plan (available immediately for eligible employees), Employer Match after 1 Year of Service Additional Advantages Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer (All Statuses) Colorado FAMLI Program Participation (All Statuses) (Up to 12–16 weeks of paid leave for qualifying life events) Identity Theft Protection (Full-Time & Part-Time) Rewards & Recognition Programs (All Statuses) Cafeteria Meal Discounts (All Statuses) Ready to Apply? We’re excited that you are considering a career with AVRMC. Join our mission to provide extraordinary care—because every role matters. Pay Range: $21.49 - $39.75 per hour #J-18808-Ljbffr Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center