Contract Telehealth Dietitian
About The Position
Cecelia Health is a virtual specialty medical practice dedicated to improving cardiometabolic health outcomes across populations. We connect patients living with one or more chronic conditions to an expert clinician who helps them navigate day-to-day health management. This role involves conducting intensive nutrition counseling and weight management education via various communication channels, providing medication management support, engaging in remote patient monitoring, and collaborating with physicians and external providers. The position is a 90-day temporary role with the possibility of permanent placement.
Requirements
- Must be a Registered Dietitian credentialed by the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
- Must hold state licensure if required.
- Willingness and ability to add state licenses as needed to support member coverage.
- Able to incorporate constructive feedback to improve patient interactions.
- Must have a HIPAA friendly workspace with high-speed internet for secure patient conversations.
- Comfortable with advanced technology, including electronic medical records and various digital tools.
- Demonstrated ability to adapt communication techniques to meet the needs of a diverse patient population.
- Flexible schedule with a commitment to a minimum of 10 hours per week.
- Must live in the United States.
Nice To Haves
- Certification from the National Certification Board for Diabetes Educators (NCBDE) as a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) is strongly preferred.
- Availability 8am-8pm M-F and 9am-4pm on Saturdays
Responsibilities
- Conduct intensive nutrition counseling and weight management education via phone, video, chat, text, and email.
- Provide medication management and support for comorbidities related to obesity under the supervision of assigned physicians.
- Engage in remote patient monitoring for various devices (e.g., scale, BG meter, BP monitor, ketone meter).
- Support patients with dosing and titration of anti-obesity medications within established protocols.
- Collaborate with team physicians and external providers to ensure comprehensive care.
- Quickly establish rapport and therapeutic alliances with a diverse patient population.
- Utilize motivational interviewing and other techniques to support behavior change.
- Consistently meet program metrics while maintaining high-quality care standards.
- Complete all necessary documentation in a timely manner.
Benefits
- Flexible schedule
- Consistent part-time work of at least 10 hours per week
- Performance-based incentives
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
