Outpatient Registered Dietitian

Hospital Housekeeping Systems • Hickory, NC

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About The Position

The Outpatient Registered Dietitian at Frye Regional Medical Center in Hickory, North Carolina guides patients, families, and facility staff on medical nutrition therapy to support a healthy environment, patient satisfaction, and quality care. The role provides evidence-based nutrition assessment, education, and interventions for inpatient and outpatient care, while working with physicians, nurses, and other clinical staff to meet each patient’s nutritional needs.

Requirements

• Registered Dietitian with Commission on Dietetic Registration credentials and a dietitian license as required by state regulations.
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Food and Nutrition or a related field.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards.
• Computer experience with word processing, spreadsheets, and various software.

Responsibilities

• Complete nutritional assessments and provide evidence-based interventions for inpatient and outpatient care.
• Educate patients, families, nursing, food service, and other facility staff about nutritional needs.
• Document patient assessments, nutritional goals, and interventions in medical records.
• Communicate patients’ nutritional status to physicians and clinical staff.
• Manage physician orders for therapeutic diets and supplements.
• Attend patient rounds.
• Maintain clinical nutrition policies to support regulatory compliance.

Benefits

• Paid time off, including vacation and sick leave.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Career development and ongoing training.
• Paid CDR and state licensure fees.
• Up to 18 free CEUs annually.
• $3,000 registered dietitian sign-on bonus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time