Clinical Dietitian
About The Position
Morrison Living is hiring a Clinical Dietitian at Loretto Health & Rehab in Syracuse, New York, in a senior living setting. The role provides Medical Nutrition Therapy and nutrition education to support patient outcomes through evidence-based nutrition care. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday and offers a salary of $75,000 to $78,000. Candidates must be a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) or eligible to take the CDR exam; state dietitian licensure is required or must be obtained where applicable. Healthcare experience is preferred, and new graduates with strong clinical training are encouraged to apply. The Clinical Dietitian conducts comprehensive nutritional assessments, develops individualized care plans, educates patients and others on nutrition and lifestyle strategies, and applies current research alongside diet manuals, company policies, and facility protocols. The role also contributes to quality improvement, collaborates with food service management, and may help educate and train staff and dietetic interns. The employer describes opportunities for ongoing education, career growth, specialization, leadership development, and cross-functional career paths. Additional perks include education reimbursement, rewards for board certifications, relocation assistance for eligible moves, professional membership and licensure fee coverage, and free continuing education units.
Requirements
- Be a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) or eligible to take the CDR exam.
- Hold a dietitian license in the state of practice, or be willing to obtain one, where applicable.
Nice To Haves
- Healthcare experience is preferred; new graduates with strong clinical training are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive nutritional assessments and develop individualized care plans to promote recovery and improve health outcomes.
- Provide nutrition and lifestyle education to patients, families, staff, and the community.
- Apply current research in accordance with the diet manual, company policies, and facility protocols.
- Contribute to quality assurance and performance improvement (QAPI) initiatives to advance patient care and clinical excellence.
- Partner with the food service management team to support patient satisfaction and service goals.
- Support the growth of staff and dietetic interns through education and training, as applicable.
Benefits
- Education reimbursement for advanced learning.
- Career advancement and growth programs tailored to RDNs.
- Financial rewards for obtaining specialty board certifications.
- Relocation assistance for moves of 50 miles or more, based on location.
- Coverage of professional membership dues, CDR fees, and licensure fees.
- Free continuing education units through the nutrition education webinar series.
- Medical, dental, and vision plans.
- Life insurance, AD&D, and disability coverage.
- 401(k) and retirement plans.
- Flexible or paid time off and holiday pay, varying by site and state.
- Paid parental leave and personal leave.
- Shopping discounts and commuter benefits.
- Employee Assistance Program, flexible spending accounts, and health programs.
- Identity theft protection and pet insurance.
- Additional paid and/or unpaid time off may be available in accordance with applicable law.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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