Registered Dietitian - Lead

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title :  Registered Dietitian, Lead (Hybrid)

Department :  Food and Nutrition Services

Location :  Unity Living Center at St. Mary's

Hours Per Week :  40

Schedule :  Flexible

Sign-On Bonus :  $20,000

SUMMARY :

The role is responsible for delivering comprehensive nutritional care to all participants and serving as a consultant to healthcare professionals in determining optimal nutrition strategies. This role provides leadership and guidance to the Nutrition Department, supporting Registered Dietitians to ensure high standards of clinical practice and service delivery.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

Leadership & Team Oversight : Supervise and mentor Registered Dietitians and Food Service Associates; manage scheduling, training, and ensure compliance with departmental standards and procedures.

Clinical Nutrition Management : Oversee and perform nutritional assessments, individualized care planning, documentation, and education for participants, supporting clinical goals and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Menu & Food Quality Oversight : Partner with vendors to design menus, improve food quality, and implement operational efficiencies that enhance service delivery.

Education & Wellness Programs : Develop and present nutrition education for staff and participants; coordinate wellness initiatives that encourage healthy lifestyles.

Food Service Operations : Conduct inspections, monitor food quality and satisfaction, and uphold safety and service standards within kitchen and food service environments.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS :

Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition or a related field

5 years of experience as a Registered Dietitian

Registered Dietitian (RD) credential from the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

Strong analytical, computer, and communication skills

Demonstrated commitment to exceptional customer service and patient care

Certification in a specialized area of nutrition

EDUCATION :

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS :

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and / or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and / or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and / or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE : $31.00 - $40.00

CITY : Rochester

POSTAL CODE : 14611

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.