Part-Time Registered Dietitian
About The Position
Bon Secours Harbour View Medical Center in Suffolk, Virginia, is seeking a friendly, compassionate Registered Dietitian to join its culinary team. The role guides patients, families, and facility staff on medical nutrition therapy, helping create a healthy and healing environment. The dietitian works with physicians and nurses to support patient satisfaction and quality care that meets individual nutritional needs. This part-time position pays $35 per hour as a starting rate, negotiable based on experience. It requires a minimum of 16 hours per week, with potential to grow to 24 hours per week. The dietitian provides inpatient and outpatient nutrition care, education, documentation, and support for therapeutic diets and regulatory compliance.
Requirements
- Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Dietetic Registration and licensed dietitian 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 with a focus on exceeding expectations.
- Ability to maintain a positive and professional demeanor.
- Self-motivation and ability to prioritize projects and needs effectively.
- Willingness to provide support 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.
Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Career development and ongoing training.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
