Job Title: Registered Dietitian

Job Type: Per Diem

Position Overview:

Priority Group Services is seeking a skilled and dedicated Registered Dietitian to join our healthcare team. The Registered Dietitian will play a key role in providing expert nutritional guidance, assessments, and counseling to patients to promote healthy lifestyles and manage specific health conditions.

Responsibilities:

Nutritional Assessment and Planning:

• Conducting comprehensive nutritional assessments for patients based on medical histories, lab results, and individual needs.
• Developing personalized nutrition plans to address patients' specific health goals or medical conditions.

Nutrition Counseling and Education:

• Providing individual or group counseling sessions to educate patients on healthy eating habits, dietary modifications, and lifestyle changes.
• Offering guidance on managing conditions such as diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and other health-related issues through nutrition.

Patient Monitoring and Support:

• Monitoring patients' progress and adherence to nutrition plans.
• Offering ongoing support, motivation, and guidance to facilitate patients' achievement of their nutritional goals.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Collaborating with healthcare teams to integrate nutritional strategies into comprehensive patient care plans.
• Communicating effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals regarding dietary recommendations and progress.

Requirements:

• Valid New Jersey Registration as a Dietitian is mandatory.
• Compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations including those set by the New Jersey Department of Health, Office of Inspector General, Medicaid/Medicare, Corporate Compliance, PEOSHA, and Priority Group Services Policies and Procedures.
• Clinical experience in a healthcare setting, preferably in nutrition counseling and education.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and counseling skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with electronic medical records systems or nutritional software.
• Specialized certifications or training in areas such as sports nutrition, pediatric nutrition, or geriatric nutrition.
• Membership in professional dietetic associations.

Benefits:

• Competitive pay.
• Flexible schedule.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Fulfilling work contributing to the well-being of others.

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Posted On: Monday, January 22, 2024
Compensation: $80 to $90 an hour