Copy of Registered Dietitian - Eating Disorders (Remote-Missouri)

Equip Health

5d•$68,000 - $85,000•Remote

About The Position

Equip is a leading virtual, evidence-based eating disorder treatment program dedicated to ensuring accessible and effective treatment for everyone. Founded in 2019, Equip operates as a fully virtual company and has been recognized for its innovative approach and positive impact. The Registered Dietitian will be responsible for all nutrition-related aspects of care, working closely with families to help them nutritionally restore their child. This role involves remote care delivery through a telehealth platform, collaborating with a multidisciplinary treatment team to provide evidence-based care using Equip's family-based treatment approach.

Requirements

Active license in Missouri.
Minimum of a bachelor's degree or college and coursework accredited or approved by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND).
Licensed RDN required.
Manage a caseload of up to 80 patients, with each patient receiving care for up to 52 weeks.
Strong skills in communication and collaboration with diverse teams.
Experience working on interdisciplinary teams.
Organized and results-driven.
Ability to understand and balance business needs and clinical priorities.
Comfortable in a fast-paced environment, subject to rapid change and innovation.

Nice To Haves

Eating disorder experience preferred.
Some exposure/experience to family-based eating disorder treatment approaches preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Assist patients and families in transforming maladaptive eating patterns into a healthy relationship with food through ongoing support.
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient needs, including initial nutrition assessments, meal plan prescriptions, and target weight range assessments via telehealth.
Guide patients through exposure to fear/challenge foods.
Clearly communicate patient meal plans and nutrition-related concerns to the treatment team and provide education to alleviate concerns.
Maintain a united front with the treatment team in interactions with families.
Assist with discharge planning.
Update treatment plans weekly with patient progress, goals, and nutrition-related assignments or concerns.
Continuously reassess nutritional needs and communicate recommendations to the treatment team and families.
Deliver evidence-based nutrition education to challenge irrational thoughts and beliefs about food, nutrition, weight, and shape.
Establish therapeutic relationships with families, including rapport building, appropriate boundary setting, and a working alliance toward treatment goals.
Perform thorough documentation in Equip’s electronic medical record according to policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Earning Potential Range: $68,000 to $85,000 Annually (Consists of Base Pay + Performance-Based Bonus Potential).
Flex PTO policy (3-5 wks/year recommended) + 11 paid company holidays.
Generous Parental Leave.
Competitive Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and AD&D insurance.
Equip pays for a significant percentage of benefits premiums for individuals and families.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, legal services, financial support, and more.
401k Retirement Plan Option.
Student Loan Repayment: $500/quarter for employees under a year of tenure; $1,000/quarter for employees over a year of tenure.
Reimbursement for fees associated with initial licensure and license renewals.
Unlimited online courses through NetCE for therapists and medical providers.
Up to $1,000/year stipend for continuing education.
$50/month stipend for home internet expenses.
Initial work-from-home stipend of up to $500.
Reload of $200 on the home office stipend at the 3-year mark and then every other year after that.
Company Laptop.