What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist position at Nutrition Center of Colorado?
About Nutrition Center of Colorado
We are looking to expand our diverse team of Registered Dietitians! Nutrition Center of Colorado is looking to add another RD (w-2 employee) to our team! We are an outpatient private practice whose mission is to help individuals achieve their long-term diet and nutrition goals.
Job Title: Registered Dietitian - Medical Nutrition Counselor
Requirements:
- B.S. Degree from an accredited institution
- Credentialing as a Registered Dietitian by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)
- Maintenance of continuing education
- Minimum 2 years of professional experience in dietetics, preferably nutrition counseling
Days: Patient sessions can be Mon-Sat, but generally Mon-Fri is in highest demand.
Hours: Hours range from 7AM-7 PM, depending on patient requests and Dietitian availability.
Location: Littleton, CO (must be located within driving distance)
Sessions with patients will be conducted virtually and in-person. 50% or more of time may be in person.
Details:
Nutrition Center of Colorado is looking for an exceptional Registered Dietitian. Registered Dietitian must be professional, have a passion for people and nutrition counseling, is detail oriented, a life-long learner, and have 2 years of nutrition counseling experience. The ideal candidate has a specialty, advanced degree, certification, or expertise in a specific area of nutrition (such as eating disorder nutrition).
Pay: Range is from $40-$60 per session
Key job responsibilities include, not limited to:
- Medical Nutrition Counseling at Littleton Office.
- Provide individualized medical nutrition therapy (MNT) via virtual and in-person sessions to patients with a variety of health and lifestyle needs
- Provide tailored nutrition education, counseling, assessments, guidance, and motivational interviewing to patients
- Document care and patient records in electronic medical record according to HIPAA standards
- Manage and retain patients with a variety of chronic health conditions and backgrounds, such as ALS, current/post chemotherapy, diabetes, dysphagia, weight loss,
- Communicate effectively and empathetically with patients through HIPAA-compliant video calls, in-person sessions, and electronic messaging
- Exceptional Customer Service.
- Provide exceptional customer service to our all current and future clients
- This may be done through various types of communication, such as phone, video calls, email, or in person.
- During the first contact, explanation of services, how insurance works, and what to expect will be some key talking points.
- Onboarding and maintenance.
- Onboard new clients and maintenance of current clients
- Scheduling, ensuring all forms are completed, and reviewing benefits with clients
- Invoicing for co-pays, self-pays, and deductibles
- Efficiency at working with an interdisciplinary team
- Motivated to communicate with physicians and fax progress reports and notes to care team
Skills:
- Strong academic and applied background in medical nutrition therapy across a variety of health conditions and diet therapy
- 2 years experience providing nutrition counseling to patients
- Effective written and verbal communication skills with colleagues, patients, and care team
- Ability to learn new technology and software and integrate it into practice
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Organizational skills and ability to accomplish work independently
Requirements:
- B.S. Degree from an accredited institution
- Credentialing as a Registered Dietitian by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)
- Maintenance of continuing education
- Minimum 2 years of professional experience in dietetics, preferably nutrition counseling
Other:
IRA Retirement plan
Sick Leave
Continuing Education provided
Certified Diabetes Certificate supervision available
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: Up to $60.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20-40 per week, will work with dietitian on their availability
Medical Specialty:
- Bariatrics
- Cardiology
- Dietetics
- Endocrinology
- Gastroenterology
- Geriatrics
Education:
- Bachelor's Required
- Continuing Education provided
License/Certification:
- Registered Dietitian
Ability to Relocate:
- Littleton, CO 80128: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $40.00 - $60.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Littleton, CO 80128
Salary : $40 - $60