Lead Registered Dietitian

Healthcare Services Group, Inc.•Worcester, MA

10d•$75,000 - $80,000

About The Position

Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) is hiring a Lead Registered Dietitian to oversee nutritional services at one or more long-term care facilities. The role focuses on providing excellent nutritional care and enhancing customer and resident experiences. The position may require coverage in multiple buildings based on company needs, and residency within the service area is required. The Lead Registered Dietitian assesses residents’ nutritional needs, develops individualized meal plans, monitors and documents nutritional status and progress, and provides nutrition education and counseling to residents, families, and staff. The role also supports the Director of Clinical Operations with recruiting, training, and scheduling Registered Dietitians and collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to improve residents’ health and well-being. The offered salary range is USD $75,000 to $80,000. Rates are determined based on applicant qualifications, experience, education, and the needs and operational requirements of the facility serviced.

Requirements

Registration by the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and licensure in Nutrition/Dietetics as required by the applicable state.
Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or a related field.
At least two years of experience in dietary services in a long-term care setting.
Strong leadership and communication skills, including the ability to interact effectively with residents, families, and staff.
Knowledge of regulatory requirements and best practices in dietary services.
Basic computer skills for record-keeping and report generation.
Ability to read and interpret dining service cost reports and financial data.
Compliance with COVID-19 vaccination policies as required by state, local, and/or customers.
Ability to lift and carry up to 10 pounds, push and pull up to 10 pounds, and stand, sit, bend, and walk for extended periods.
Ability to work around food and cleaning products.
Residency within the service area is required.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Assess residents’ nutritional needs and develop individualized meal plans.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and guidelines.
Monitor and document residents’ nutritional status and progress.
Provide nutrition education and counseling to residents, families, and staff.
Assist the Director of Clinical Operations with recruiting, training, and scheduling Registered Dietitians.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to improve residents’ overall health and well-being.
Provide coverage in multiple buildings based on company needs.
Perform other duties as assigned.