What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pediatric Dietitian position at The Youth Clinic and Pediatric Urgent Care of Northern Colorado?
Enjoy a work-life balance while living in beautiful Northern Colorado! The Youth Clinic is seeking a part-time, 20-24 hour per week Registered Dietitian/Registered Dietitian Nutritionist.
Our team, from our Providers to our administrative support team members, all work together to make a difference in the lives of children in our community through high-quality pediatric care services.
The Youth Clinic cares for a diverse patient population from newborn through 21 years. We are committed to hiring a diverse pool of providers who bring unique perspectives, backgrounds, and skill sets that will strengthen our mission of delivering high-quality medical care to upcoming generations.
We provide mentorship, value teamwork, and listen to all staff members. Our practice is small enough to be flexible and large enough to offer a patient population with varied challenges.
Position Summary
We are seeking a compassionate, knowledgeable Registered Dietitian / Registered Dietitian Nutritionist to join our pediatric primary care team. This role provides evidence‑based nutrition care for infants, children, and adolescents within a collaborative, family‑centered medical home.
You will work closely with pediatricians, advanced practice providers, and other healthcare professionals to support coordinated, high‑quality patient care that helps patients and families thrive.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver individualized nutrition assessment, diagnosis, counseling, and intervention for patients from birth through adolescence.
- Support management of a wide range of nutrition‑related conditions
- Participate in care coordination, including referrals to specialists and collaboration with the care team.
- Document all patient encounters, assessments, and care plans in the electronic medical record (EMR) in accordance with practice standards.
- Develop patient‑friendly educational materials and facilitate group visits, classes, or workshops as needed.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Nutrition / Dietetics
- Active Registered Dietitian / Registered Dietitian Nutritionist credential required.
- Prior experience working with pediatric populations strongly preferred.
- Minimum 2 years’ experience practicing as RD/RDN.
Skills & Competencies
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for engaging children and families.
- Strong documentation, time‑management, and organizational abilities.
- Ability to translate complex nutrition science into practical, culturally sensitive guidance.
- Commitment to family‑centered care and health equity.
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
Working Conditions
- Outpatient pediatric clinic environment.
- 20-24 hour per week position.
- Includes mostly in‑person consultations with occasional telehealth consultations.
Physical & Technical Requirements
- Ability to sit, stand, and move between exam rooms as needed
- Ability to lift up to 15 lbs
- Ability to use a computer for extended periods, including typing and navigating EMR systems
- Ability to communicate effectively in person and via telehealth (hearing and speaking)
Pay: $30.00 - $34.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
License/Certification:
- Registered Dietitian (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $30 - $34