Private Private Dietitian

REGISTERED DIETITIAN (FULL-TIME and PART-TIME roles available)

The Plano Program | Orange, CT | Hybrid

These are employee positions, NOT Independent Contractors

ABOUT US: The Plano Program is a private, insurance-based group practice in Orange, CT, founded by Amy Plano, RD. Our mission is simple: make expert nutrition care accessible to people living with chronic disease, so they can make informed decisions and live healthier lives.

Nutrition information can be overwhelming, and expert advice is expensive. We are in-network with the major insurance companies, so our patients can use their health insurance to get the education and support they need. Fewer paywalls, more actual care.

WHAT WE BELIEVE

- Every patient has unique nutritional needs, and our approach should be personalized to match

- We meet patients where they really are in their health journey, not where a handout assumes they are

- We take the time to understand the full context of a patient's medical history so we can design the right interventions to treat and prevent chronic illness

- Accurate nutrition information is a right, not a privilege

- Expert nutrition care should be available to everyone, not just those who can afford to pay out of pocket

- We treat our patients the way we would want to be treated

THE ROLE

We are hiring Registered Dietitians for both full-time and part-time positions to help us support more people with chronic illness. You will provide medical nutrition therapy (MNT) in one-on-one and group settings, in person at our Orange office and via telehealth.

Our patients commonly present with:

- General weight management

- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)

- GI disorders

- Pre-diabetes and diabetes

- Hypertension

- Hyperlipidemia

- General pediatrics

If you love this work and want to do it without also running a business, wrangling billing, or hunting for referrals, keep reading. We handle the business side. You handle being a great dietitian.

COMPENSATION AND SCHEDULE

Full-time (salaried)

- $70,000 to $100,000 per year, based on experience and qualifications

- Health insurance benefits

- Paid time off (PTO)

- Expectation: 25 client-facing hours per week

-Significant bonus opportunities

Part-time (hourly)

- $50 to $75 per hour, based on experience and qualifications

- Expectation: minimum of 10 client -facing hours per week

Work setting: Hybrid. Part of your time is in person at our office at 500 Boston Post Road, Orange, CT, and the rest is virtual. In-person is preferred, but we are open to a fully virtual arrangement for the right fit. Part-time team members can schedule remote hours around their lives. We will talk specifics during the interview process.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

- Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) with a minimum of 2 years of weight management experience - this is non-negotiable

- Licensed in CT, IL, or OR, or willing to get licensed in those states

- Comfortable counseling in both one-on-one and group settings

Nice to have:

- Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES, formerly CDE)

- Experience with PCOS, GI disorders, or pediatrics

THIS ROLE MAY BE PERFECT FOR YOU IF YOU…

- Want real independence and autonomy, with the safety net of an established practice

- Are a full-time RD ready to leave the "more patients, less time" grind

- Want a part-time role that fits around your life, or a side gig on top of your current clinical job

- Are licensed in Connecticut, Illinois, or Oregon (or happy to get either or those licenses)

- Want a team that is supportive, hardworking, and, yes, fun (we promise not to make you do trust falls)

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Patient care

- Provide MNT to patients and families in person and via telehealth, following the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Nutrition Care Process (NCP)

- Collect and analyze relevant data to identify nutrition-related problems and their causes, and reassess whether previously collected information has changed

- Identify the nutrition problem, determine the etiology, and document signs and symptoms, using critical thinking to prioritize what can be resolved or improved

- Plan and carry out purposeful interventions to change or improve nutrition-related problems

- Measure progress and determine whether goals and expected outcomes are being met

- Make appropriate referrals as medically appropriate, such as therapists, social services, or food assistance programs

Documentation and scheduling

- Document findings, actions, assessments, follow-up, diet instructions, education, and patient comprehension in our EHR within 72 hours of the date of service, consistent with Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics standards

- Obtain medical referrals as needed per insurance guidelines

- Confirm patient paperwork is complete at least 24 hours before the appointment and take appropriate action if it is not

- Schedule and reschedule appointments in the EHR at a cadence that supports the medical necessity of the patient's condition

Team and practice

- Participate in The Plano Program in-services and meet the mandatory annual in-service requirements

- Actively participate in monthly staff meetings

- Help with projects to increase patient referrals as needed and as time permits

- Participate in community health events as time permits

- Other duties as assigned

JOB TYPES

Full-time, Part-time (employee)

WORK LOCATION

Hybrid, Orange, CT 06477

READY TO APPLY?

Send us your resume and a few sentences about what kind of patients you love working with. Bonus points if you can tell us your favorite way to explain insulin resistance without a single groan from the patient.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $50.00 - $75.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Continuing education credits
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Wellness program

Experience:

• weight management : 2 years (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Orange, CT 06477

Salary : $50 - $75