Registered Dietitian

Job Description

Job Title: Registered Dietitian

Location: New York, NY

Work Arrangement: On-Site

Employment Type: Contract

Duration: 13-weeks

Domain: Healthcare

Pay Rate: $56/hr. - $65/hr.

Application Deadline: November 30, 2026

SKILLS REQUIRED

Primary (Must-Have):

• Clinical Nutrition Assessment
• Diet Modification and Nutritional Planning
• Patient Nutrition Education and Counseling
• Food and Drug Interaction Monitoring
• Dietary History and Nutritional Evaluation
• Laboratory Data Interpretation
• Clinical Documentation
• Patient Care Coordination
• Registered Dietitian (RD) Knowledge
• Dietitian-Nutritionist Clinical Practice
• PointClick Care/SigmaCare
• MDS 3.0

Secondary (Good to Have):

• Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
• Menu Planning and Dietary Management
• Therapeutic Diet Management
• Patient and Family Counseling
• Interdisciplinary Care Coordination

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Dietitian-Nutritionist is responsible for assessing patients' nutritional needs, developing appropriate dietary interventions, and providing nutrition education. This role involves collaborating with physicians and healthcare teams to support patient care, monitor nutritional status, and ensure appropriate diet modifications based on individual patient needs.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Screen and assess patients to determine nutritional needs and overall nutritional status.
• Conduct patient and family interviews to obtain dietary histories, food habits, and individual preferences.
• Review and interpret laboratory results, physical assessments, and social information relevant to nutrition care.
• Develop and recommend appropriate diet modifications in consultation with physicians.
• Provide nutrition education to patients and their families regarding prescribed diets and dietary restrictions.
• Educate patients on potential food and drug interactions and document the education provided.
• Record dietary instructions, patient understanding, and food/drug interactions in the patient education section.
• Modify patient menus based on nutritional needs, preferences, and prescribed dietary plans.
• Provide ongoing nutritional follow-up and monitor patient progress.

BENEFITS

Medical | Dental | Vision | 401(k)

EEOC Compliance:

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

DISCLAIMER

AI Usage Policy: Pacer Group uses AI to assist in screening applications. Final hiring decisions are made by human recruiters based on qualifications and experience.