Part-time Dietitian

Utah State University • Logan, UT

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Part-time Dietitian for Counseling and Prevention Services (CAPS) provides nutrition counseling to students seeking support for eating concerns, including eating disorders. As a member of a multidisciplinary team, the Dietitian collaborates with mental health clinicians, medical providers, and other campus and community partners to support student well-being through an integrated care approach. Referrals may originate from both CAPS clinicians and external providers. This is a part-time, non-benefited, hourly position that operates on a twelve-month fiscal year schedule and may work up to 20 hours per week. This position is subject to annual renewal contingent upon funding availability and program needs.

Requirements

• Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university with a major in Nutrition Science or related field.
• Minimum of two years' experience managing and developing nutrition and diet-based programs during which time the applicant has acquired and demonstrated the ability to perform essential duties of position.
• Registered Dietitian with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
• Current License to practice as a Certified Dietitian in the State of Utah (or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment).
• Effective time management skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Proficiency with basic computer applications and clinical documentation systems.
• Strong oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Knowledge of evidence-based nutrition interventions for eating disorders and related concerns.
• Commitment to ethical practice, professional standards, and student-centered care.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated experience and/or expertise providing nutrition counseling for individuals with eating disorders.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual nutrition counseling to students experiencing eating concerns, including eating disorders.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential records of counseling services in the electronic health record used by CAPS.
• Monitor incoming service requests and manage caseload responsibilities to support timely student access to care.
• Assess client needs and make appropriate referrals to medical providers, therapists, or higher levels of care when indicated.
• Coordinate referrals and collaborate with clinicians and healthcare providers as part of an integrated and multidisciplinary care model.
• Provide consultation to CAPS clinicians for eating disorders and nutrition-related concerns.
• Participate in administrative and departmental activities as needed (e.g., weekly staff meeting).
• May provide occasional outreach presentations or educational programming as needed.
• May serve as preceptor or mentor for USU Nutrition students.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level