Registered Dietitian - Casual

Heritage Valley Health System • Sewickley Heights, PA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Dietitian applies the science of nutrition to devise comprehensive nutrition therapy plans as a member of the health care team. This role supports data collection, analysis, and reporting for outcome studies and quality assessment processes. The position also involves providing leadership and support for staff dietitians and nutrition service personnel, aligning with the Heritage Valley mission, vision, and values through participation in interdisciplinary processes, committees, and community programs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Dietetics, Foods, and Nutrition, or related field of study from an Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics approved program.
• Registration (RD) from the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).
• Maintain a valid Pennsylvania State License as a Dietitian-Nutritionist (LDN), or achieve both RD/LDN within the first 12 months upon hire.
• Successful completion of Acts 73 and/or 169 clearances within 90 days of commencing employment, if applicable.

Nice To Haves

• Membership in the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
• Membership in an dietetic practice group.
• Membership in other professional organizations like PDA, ASPEN, American Diabetes Association, AADE, WPADE, etc.
• Advance practice certification (CDE, CNSC) and/or Masters' Degree.
• At least one year experience in a clinical nutrition position.
• Experience in electronic medical record charting.
• Proficiency in use of computers and internet.

Responsibilities

• Devise comprehensive nutrition therapy plans as a member of the health care team.
• Support data collection and/or analyze and report data for outcome studies and quality assessment processes.
• Provide leadership and support team building among staff dietitians and supportive nutrition service personnel.
• Support Heritage Valley mission, vision, and values by participating in interdisciplinary processes and committees, and HVHS sponsored community programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level