Registered Dietitian

Hospital Housekeeping Systems•Etowah, TN

4d•$80,000

About The Position

HHS is seeking a friendly, compassionate Registered Dietitian to join the culinary team at Starr Regional Medical Center in Etowah, Tennessee. The role guides patients, families, and facility staff on medical nutrition therapy, builds relationships with physicians and nurses, and supports patient satisfaction and quality care tailored to patients’ nutritional needs. The starting salary is $80,000 annually and is negotiable based on experience. Long-term care experience is preferred but not required. Additional benefits include paid Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) and state licensure, plus up to 18 free continuing education units annually. HHS is a private, family-owned business founded in 1975. It provides housekeeping, food, and facility management services to nearly 1,000 customers across six industries. The company supports internal career growth and has a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion team focused on ensuring employees of all backgrounds are heard, respected, and encouraged to grow. HHS is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to workplace diversity and inclusion. Many healthcare facilities require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved exemption.

Requirements

Registered Dietitian credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration and state dietitian licensure 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.
Interpersonal skills to interact with individuals of all backgrounds.
Effective written, spoken, and non-verbal communication.
Service-oriented approach focused on exceeding expectations.
Ability to maintain a positive and professional demeanor.
Self-motivation and ability to prioritize projects and needs effectively.
Willingness to support the team where needed to achieve outcomes.
Integrity, respect, and discretion in business dealings.
Attention to detail and ability to manage tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Long-term care experience.

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 the medical record.
Communicate with physicians and clinical staff about patients’ nutritional status.
Manage physician orders for therapeutic diets and supplements.
Attend patient rounds.
Maintain clinical nutrition policies to support regulatory compliance.