What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nutritionist / Performance Dietitian position at Spectrum Healthcare Resources?
Job Description:
Position Highlights
Scope of Work
Job Requirements
Melani B. Alper
“At Spectrum, we utilize over thirty-five years of experience providing optimal solutions for federal agencies that are both innovative and cost-effective. We hold ourselves to the highest standard to ensure successful outcomes for the facilities and healthcare professionals we serve. As a Joint Commission Certified Healthcare Resource, dependability and service are the driving forces of our mission.
EOE / Disability / Vet”
Location : Location: US-NM-Artesia Recruiter : Full Name: First Last: Melani Alper Direct phone number: 3147444248 Recruiter : Email: melani_alper@spectrumhealth.com
Spectrum Healthcare Resources has a potential opportunity for a civilian Nutritionist / Performance Dietitian to provide services at the U.S. Border Patrol Academy in Artesia, NM.
Position Highlights
- Full Time
- Healthcare Benefits
- Monday thru Friday (7 a to 4p)
Scope of Work
The Nutritionist will serve as a subject matter expert in performance nutrition, supporting academy leadership, PT departments, instructors, and trainees.
- Follow predetermined nutrition lesson plans and educational modules or use professional expertise to develop new content and curriculum in response to identified needs or gaps.
- Lead nutrition introduction sessions, performance nutrition and chow hall eating briefings, and supplement safety education.
- Provide daily guidance on body composition optimization, injury recovery with nutrition, and nutrition on a budget.
- Deliver Early Recognition Program (ERP) briefings and support nutrition education for injury recovery and high-risk trainees.
- Conduct daily observations and assessments of nutrition practices within the
- Utilize InBody or similar protocols for body composition and metabolic testing, interpret results, and provide individualized, evidence-based recommendations
- Provide guidance and recommendations on medical nutrition therapy for high cholesterol, high blood pressure, blood sugar management (pre-diabetes, diabetes), disordered eating, and gastrointestinal issues
- Assist in review lab work in conjunction with consultations and provide actionable, evidence-base recommendations
- Assist in developing nutrition education modules for instructor qualification courses in coordination with the appropriate CBP staff.
- Assist in developing and maintaining nutrition education resources
- Coordinate with the Exercise Physiologist and appropriate CBP staff to create integrated performance and recovery plans.
- Collect and analyze nutrition and performance data to support evidence-based curriculum adjustments and CBP leadership decision-making.
- Track and report trends in nutrition-related health, performance, and injury
- Promote nutrition, health, fitness, and safety initiatives throughout the academy consistent with CBP approved standards.
- Advise CBP program officials and academy trainees on nutrition facility design, food, snack, and hydration
- Integrate emerging nutrition technologies and best practices into CBP workforce health strategies as directed by CBP program officials.
- Communicate complex nutrition concepts in an accessible and actionable manner to CBP staff and trainees.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or related field (master’s preferred).
- Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in tactical, military, law enforcement, or high-risk occupational training environments.
- Demonstrated expertise in evidence-based nutrition, injury prevention, and performance
- Strong communication and instructional skills, and ability to operate independently within multidisciplinary teams, are required for both roles.
For More Information please contact:
Melani B. Alper
SHR
melani_alper@spectrumhealth.com
314-744-4248
“At Spectrum, we utilize over thirty-five years of experience providing optimal solutions for federal agencies that are both innovative and cost-effective. We hold ourselves to the highest standard to ensure successful outcomes for the facilities and healthcare professionals we serve. As a Joint Commission Certified Healthcare Resource, dependability and service are the driving forces of our mission.
EOE / Disability / Vet”