Registered Dietitian

Community LIFE•Wilkinsburg, PA

21d•$63,000 - $73,000•Onsite

About The Position

Community LIFE is seeking a Registered Dietitian to improve the health, well-being, and quality of life of participants age 55+ through nutrition assessment, education, counseling, and care planning. The position works as part of an interdisciplinary team supporting older adults to remain independent and safely at home. Responsibilities also include overseeing food service health, safety, and regulatory compliance at the Community LIFE Day Center, supervising dietary staff, conducting in-home visits as needed, and maintaining documentation in the electronic medical record. Community LIFE is a Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE). It provides older adults with comprehensive medical care, social services, transportation, meals, activities, rehabilitation services, and other support through specialized Day Centers and an interdisciplinary approach. Location: Pittsburgh, PA 15221. Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–4:00 PM.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or higher in Nutrition, Dietetics, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
At least one year of experience as a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist working with frail older adults in a hospital, long-term care, skilled nursing, or related healthcare setting; dietetic internship experience may be considered toward this requirement.
Current Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) credential.
Current Pennsylvania Dietitian-Nutritionist Licensure.
Valid Pennsylvania Driver's License.
Strong clinical nutrition knowledge, including diabetes management and education, renal nutrition, nutritional supplementation, and geriatric nutrition care.
Ability to provide effective nutrition counseling and health education.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn and use electronic medical record systems.
Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments and develop individualized care plans for participants age 55+.
Collaborate with the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) to support participants' overall health and wellness goals.
Provide individual and group nutrition education and counseling.
Monitor nutritional status and make recommendations to improve health outcomes.
Oversee health, safety, and regulatory compliance of food service operations at the Community LIFE Day Center.
Supervise and support dietary staff.
Conduct in-home visits as needed for assessments and ongoing case management.
Maintain accurate documentation within the electronic medical record (EMR).