What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Dietitian position at Legacy Community Health?
Benefits
- Paid Time Off & Paid Company Holidays
- Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Match
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- $0 Copay for Legacy Provider visits
- $0 Copay for prescriptions filled at Legacy Pharmacies
- Travel Insurance & Pet Insurance
- Subsidized Gym Membership
- And much more!
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Location: Legacy Pasadena Southmore - 1951 Southmore Avenue, Pasadena, TX 77502
Registered Dietitian - Job Overview
Schedule: Monday-Friday (8AM-4PM)
Join Legacy Community Health as a pioneering Registered Dietitian, where cutting-edge nutrition science meets community transformation. At our clinics, you'll harness the power of data-driven insights to advance the prevention and treatment of diet-related diseases across diverse populations.
- Leverage state-of-the-art technology and analytics to assess and counsel on nutritional health.
- Be at the forefront of innovative dietary solutions for both pediatric and adult patients.
- Collaborate within a dynamic, multidisciplinary team environment.
- Empower patients with personalized, SMART-goal-driven nutrition plans.
- Contribute to the transformative impact of community healthcare.
Key Responsibilities
- Utilize cutting-edge data analytics to evaluate diet history and food consumption patterns.
- Develop personalized diet plans integrating state-of-the-art nutrition science.
- Guide patients in setting and achieving SMART nutritional goals.
- Analyze laboratory and body composition data to assess patient progress.
- Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to optimize patient care.
- Document patient interactions in an advanced electronic health record system.
- Drive innovation through the design and evaluation of new nutritional initiatives.
- Engage in ongoing quality improvement and performance enhancement programs.
- Serve as a nutrition consultant and advocate within the clinic.
- Participate in professional development through advanced training workshops.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or related field from an accredited university.
- Registered Dietitian (RD) with active Texas licensure.
- Proven competence in nutrition counseling and dietary planning.
- Commitment to continuous education and professional growth.
- Master’s Degree or two years of professional experience as a dietitian preferred.
About Legacy Community Health
As the largest Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in Southeast Texas, Legacy Community Health has been delivering comprehensive, high-quality, and affordable health care for nearly 40 years. With more than 50 clinics across the Greater Houston and Gulf Coast region, we continue to grow strategically and invest in our communities. By innovating how care is delivered, we've stayed at the forefront of connecting our communities to health—every day, in every way. At Legacy, we know our success is powered by our people. We're always looking for talented, passionate individuals who want more than a job—they want a meaningful career that makes a real impact. Explore our open positions and see if a career at Legacy is right for you.At Legacy Community Health, our mission—Driving healthy change in our communities—guides everything we do. To fulfill this mission, every team member is expected to embody the following core attributes in their daily work, regardless of role or department:
Approachable & Collaborative
We bring our expertise without ego. In a collaborative healthcare environment, humility fosters trust and teamwork. Our employees value diverse perspectives, seek input from others, and are unafraid to acknowledge when they need help. We stay grounded in our purpose: to serve patients and communities with compassion and humility.
Driven & Committed
We are driven by a deep commitment to excellence in patient care and organizational improvement. Our employees take initiative, embrace challenges, and go the extra mile to support our mission. Whether improving patient outcomes, streamlining processes, or stepping up in times of need, we are always striving to drive healthy change—within ourselves, our teams, and the communities we serve.
Perceptive & Thoughtful Communicators
We value emotional intelligence as much as clinical or technical skill. Our team members demonstrate sound judgment, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to navigate complex situations with empathy and professionalism. They communicate clearly and respectfully with patients, families, and colleagues, building trust and fostering a safe, inclusive environment for all.