Registered Dietitian Part-Time

Job Description

Part-Time / Registered Dietitian Position

RD Nutrition Consultants LLC is seeking a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist to join our network of exceptional clinicians. You will have the ongoing support of our dedicated team, allowing you to focus on delivering high-quality patient care

Facility Type : Behavioral Health

Schedule : 5 hours per week

Flexibility : Choose your days and hours. Only 2 short onsite visit per week

Compensation : $34.00-$40.00 depending on experience

Key Responsibilities :

• Perform comprehensive nutrition assessments for clients identified at nutritional risk, specifically considering the unique challenges associated with substance use disorders, withdrawal, and recovery (e.g., malnutrition, vitamin deficiencies, disordered eating patterns, metabolic imbalances).
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized and evidence-based nutrition care plans tailored to the needs of clients in various stages of addiction recovery (detoxification, residential, outpatient), promoting overall health and supporting the healing process.
• Offer specialized nutrition education and counseling to clients and their families regarding healthy eating patterns, managing cravings, restoring nutrient balance, addressing co-occurring medical conditions influenced by substance use (e.g., diabetes, liver health), and promoting long-term wellness in recovery.
• Proactively collaborate and communicate effectively with physicians, nurses, therapists, case managers, peer mentors, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team to optimize client outcomes and integrate nutrition seamlessly into the overall treatment plan.
• Ensure compliance with all facility policies, state licensing regulations (e.g., specific to Pennsylvania / New Jersey), and best practice guidelines for addiction treatment and nutritional care.
• Maintain thorough and timely electronic medical record documentation, reflecting medical necessity and the effectiveness of nutrition interventions in the context of addiction recovery.
• Routinely monitor clients for changes in weight, labs, fluid status, and clinical condition (e.g., related to post-acute withdrawal, medication side effects), adjusting nutrition interventions promptly.
• Actively participate in quality improvement initiatives, clinical rounds, and case conferences to enhance nutrition care services and overall client well-being within the addiction recovery setting.
• Serve as a nutrition expert and resource for facility staff, contributing to staff education on the role of nutrition in addiction recovery and general wellness.
• Perform other tasks as assigned and within scope of practice as needed to support client recovery and facility operations.

Experience & Qualifications :

RD Nutrition Consultants LLC is a leading Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Consulting firm that provides Dietitians to healthcare facilities across the United States. We offer competitive wages, flexible work schedules, and a supportive work environment.

To Apply : If you meet these qualifications and are interested in this opportunity, please submit your resume.

RD Nutrition Consultants LLC is an equal opportunity employer

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