Job Description

Come and join our team of professional dietitians working in Private Practice. We offer a warm, friendly, and highly skilled work environment, along with extensive training and support, to promote professional development and ensure the highest level of patient care.

Job Purpose: The dietitian/nutritionist will provide comprehensive, evidence-based nutrition care services to patients of the practice. The clinical outpatient dietitian/nutritionist will competently conduct assessments, develop care plans utilizing the nutrition care process, monitor ongoing medical conditions, and provide nutrition education and counseling. The clinical dietitian/nutritionist will provide appropriate nutrition services to individual patients and their families, while maintaining awareness of behavior change models. Additionally, the dietitian/nutritionist will collaborate with team members to ensure ongoing program development and identify the educational and nutritional needs of patients with medically related conditions.

Education and Experience

Credentialed in good standing with the Commission on Dietetics Registration

North Carolina Licensed dietitian/nutritionist

Experience in one-on-one patient counseling required

Experience working in an outpatient setting and/or with wellness coaching.

Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge and proficiency in current, evidence-based methods of medical nutrition therapy for chronic conditions, with an emphasis on health promotion and disease risk reduction

Knowledge of behavioral change theories such as Motivational Interviewing and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Superior leadership, organization, research, evaluation, time management, communication, and interpersonal skills

Proficiency in the use of body composition assessment tools, electronic scales, and in the use of computer software, including MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Desire and ability to update knowledge and skills through various means, including technology-based opportunities, courses, workshops, and conferences

Multi-tasking skills related to delivering efficient nutritional care, including the ability to share information effectively.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to gain knowledge of the goals and structure of the practice, including its policies and procedures, and the programs it provides

Previous experience with nutritional analysis software is valuable, but not essential.

You'll need to have previous experience with electronic health records.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Professionally represent the practice at all times

Language Skills:

Ability to communicate well in writing and in person. Ability to read and interpret common medical, billing, and business terminology. Excellent interpersonal skills

Job Type: Full-time

BENEFITS

Health insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

Bonus Structure

Reimbursement for CDR and License fees

CEU Opportunities

Ongoing- mentorship

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