Lead Registered Dietitian

Healthcare Services Group • Worcester, MA

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About The Position

Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) is seeking a Lead Registered Dietitian to oversee nutritional services at one or more long-term care facilities. The role supports residents’ health and well-being through individualized nutrition care, regulatory compliance, education, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams. The Lead Registered Dietitian also assists the Director of Clinical Operations with recruiting, training, and scheduling Registered Dietitians, and may provide coverage across multiple buildings based on company needs.

The position requires residency within the service area and the ability to work around food and cleaning products. Offered salary rates are determined based on applicant qualifications, experience, education, and facility-specific needs and operational requirements. The stated pay range is USD $75,000.00–$80,000.00 per hour.

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 customer requirements.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 10 pounds and push and pull up to 10 pounds.
• Ability to stand, sit, bend, and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to work around food and cleaning products.
• Residency within the service area.

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.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits package.
• Free telemedicine services on Day 1.
• Paid holidays and vacation.
• 401(k).
• Pay access through PNC EarnedIt.
• Financial wellness support through PNC Workplace Banking.
• Free prescription discount program.
• Employee assistance programs.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Employee recognition programs.
• Employee stock purchase plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior