RD/LDN - Pediatric Registered Dietitian

Elderwood • Philadelphia, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Pediatric Specialty Care at Philadelphia in East Falls is seeking a part-time Pediatric Registered Dietitian to support approximately 50 resident children, most of whom are medically fragile and many of whom receive nutrition through G-tubes or J-tubes. The dietitian is a core member of the care team, responsible for nutrition planning and ongoing monitoring as children grow and their medical needs change. The role offers weekday daytime hours, flexibility as needed, and no on-call duties. New graduates and experienced dietitians are welcome.

The position provides a salary of $32–$42 per hour, with higher pay available for pediatric and nutrition support experience. Benefits are available to part-time employees who meet minimum-hours requirements and include health, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k), and PTO. The employer also offers CEU support and paid CDR/LDN renewal, free parking, and the possibility of moving to full-time or adding hours at other PSC Pennsylvania sites.

Requirements

• Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential from the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR), or eligibility for the credential; new graduates are welcome.
• Pennsylvania LDN, or ability to obtain one within six months of hire.
• Strong clinical judgment and clear communication.
• Genuine interest in working with children and families.

Nice To Haves

• Pediatric, enteral nutrition, or nutrition support experience; preferred but not required.
• Certified Nutrition Support Clinician (CNSC) credential.

Responsibilities

• Complete nutrition assessments and nutrition-focused physical exams for children with complex medical needs.
• Develop and adjust enteral and oral nutrition plans, including formula selection, calorie and fluid needs, and feeding schedules.
• Monitor growth, laboratory results, weight trends, and feeding tolerance, and update plans as children's needs change.
• Partner with nursing, physicians, speech and feeding therapists, and families on feeding goals and progression.
• Document using the Nutrition Care Process and meet Academy standards and Pennsylvania regulations.
• Participate in care plan meetings and quality improvement activities.
• Educate staff and families on nutrition and feeding safety.

Benefits

• Health insurance for part-time staff who meet minimum-hours requirements
• Dental insurance for part-time staff who meet minimum-hours requirements
• Vision insurance for part-time staff who meet minimum-hours requirements
• 401(k)
• PTO
• CEU support
• Paid CDR/LDN renewal
• Free parking
• Potential path to full-time employment or additional hours across PSC Pennsylvania sites

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed