The dietitian is a member of the interdisciplinary team working in an ambulatory care setting. The registered dietitian is responsible for providing medical nutrition therapy to patients that supports the interdisciplinary plan of care and is in alignment with the medical treatment plan. In addition to providing medical nutrition therapy for patients, the registered dietitian (RD) will support health engagement activities such as, but not limited to, health and wellness coaching and corporate and community health and wellness programming. This includes both individual and group education. The dietitian utilizes the care process consistent with their license or certification within individual scope of practice. The RD follows evidence-based nutrition principals and guidelines as outlined by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and other relevant professional organizations. All patient care activities are administered according to standards, procedural guidelines and organizational policy. The RD assumes responsibility for continued professional and personal growth and maintenance of current licensure/registration.
QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree in nutrition/related discipline and graduate of an accredited program for registered dietitians. Master's degree preferred.
LICENSE/CERTIFICATION: Registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration; members of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
EXPERIENCE: Minimum of 2-3 years of experience providing medical nutrition therapy. Experience working in corporate health and wellness setting and program development preferred.
PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS:
Demonstrates the competencies as established on the Assessment and Evaluation Tool for this position.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Position requires considerable walking and standing. May require some evening and weekend work.
Essential functions of this position are listed on the department-specific Assessment and Evaluation Tool.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP:
This position reports to the Health Engagement Director.
The above statement reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the position.
AtlantiCare is an equal opportunity employer that takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.
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Benefits & Wellness
We believe that healthcare should be a rewarding career. That’s why we offer excellent compensation, exceptional health and wellness benefits, and internal resources and programs to support professional growth for our team members. Here, you’ll find everything you need to pursue your calling of caring for others, knowing that you’re working for an organization dedicated to your overall well-being.
Inclusion & Diversity
Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of what makes AtlantiCare a great organization. We recognize and celebrate individual differences as dimensions that enrich our workforce and allow us to be more creative, flexible and competitive. Our inclusive culture welcomes our employees to freely contribute their diverse ideas, background, talents and experiences to make this a place where everyone can be, and do, their best work together.
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For many, the shore communities of southeastern New Jersey are vacation destinations, but for AtlantiCare employees, they’re home. Working at AtlantiCare allows you to experience shore life year-round. Here, you’ll find natural beauty, world-class entertainment, rich history, amazing arts, abundant outdoor recreation, shopping, sophisticated dining and plenty of family-friendly events all within communities you’ll love to call home.
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The spirit of collaboration is alive and well at AtlantiCare. We empower our teams to be agents of change within our system. We encourage growth and support advancement. Our shared vision for advancing the health of the communities and people we serve guides us to do what’s right for each patient, our healthcare delivery system and the practice of medicine as a whole. We teach, grow and advance medicine together.
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