Floating Dietitian or Diet Technician

Location: Gettysburg & Chambersburg, PA (facilitating work between 2-3 facilities) Hours: Approximately 24 hours per week, flexible schedule Employment Type: Part-Time, Onsite

Are you a passionate and adaptable nutrition professional seeking a dynamic role? We are looking for a dedicated Floating Dietitian or Diet Technician to provide essential clinical nutrition services across 2-3 long-term care or acute care facilities in the Gettysburg and Chambersburg, PA area. This is a unique opportunity to utilize your expertise in diverse settings while enjoying a flexible part-time schedule.

Responsibilities:

• Provide medical nutrition therapy and nutrition assessments for residents/patients in various clinical settings.
• Develop and implement individualized nutrition care plans based on patient needs, medical conditions, and dietary preferences.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of nutrition interventions, making adjustments as needed.
• Collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary healthcare teams, including physicians, nurses, and other allied health professionals.
• Educate residents/patients, their families, and staff on nutrition-related topics.
• Document nutrition care services accurately and in a timely manner within electronic health records.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations and facility policies related to nutrition services.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives as assigned.
• Travel between designated facilities in Gettysburg and Chambersburg as needed.

Qualifications:

For Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN):

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or a related field.
• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).
• Current state licensure/certification (if applicable).
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a clinical nutrition setting, preferably in long-term care or acute care.

For Dietetic Technician, Registered (DTR):

• Associate's degree or completion of a Dietetic Technician Program.
• Dietetic Technician, Registered (DTR) credential by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a clinical nutrition support role, preferably in long-term care or acute care.

All Candidates Must Possess:

• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with diverse individuals.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Highly organized with strong time management abilities to manage a flexible schedule across multiple locations.
• Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) systems.
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel between facilities in Gettysburg and Chambersburg, PA.

Salary : $30 - $45