Registered Dietitian

Hospital Housekeeping Systems•Cooperstown, NY

7d•$80,000

About The Position

HHS is seeking a friendly, compassionate Registered Dietitian to join the culinary team at Bassett Medical Center in Cooperstown, New York. The role guides patients, families, and facility staff on medical nutrition therapy and helps create a healthy, healing environment. The dietitian builds relationships with physicians and nurses to support patient satisfaction and deliver quality care that meets each patient’s nutritional needs. The starting salary is $80,000 annually, negotiable based on experience.

Requirements

Registered Dietitian credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration 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.
Ability to interact with individuals of all backgrounds.
Effective written, spoken, and non-verbal communication.
Service-oriented approach focused on exceeding expectations.
Positive and professional demeanor.
Self-motivation and ability to prioritize projects and needs effectively.
Willingness to support team members 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.

Responsibilities

Complete nutritional assessments and provide evidence-based interventions for inpatient and outpatient care.
Educate patients, families, nursing staff, food service staff, 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.