Unit Description:
No need to go far to change the world – one patient at a time. Your nutritional know-how can help residents in your community live happier, healthier lives.
Sodexo is seeking a FullTime Registered Dietitian for PIH Health Hospital-Downey (PHDH), a community-based hospital with a 219 inpatient licensed bed situated outside the Los Angeles area. PHDH is part of PIH Health, a regional nonprofit healthcare delivery network.
The successful candidate will:
- Hold a Registered Dietitian credential;
- provide nutritional care for a variety of inpatient units;
- work every other weekend providing hospital wide coverage;
- perform quality improvement initiatives such as patient satisfaction rounds and monthly test trays;
- educate healthcare team member, including physicians and nurses;
- have prior experience with specialty patient population, opportunities to grow and specialize by obtaining advanced certifications (CDCES, CNSC)
Is this opportunity right for you? We are looking for candidates who have:
- Strong verbal and written communication skills;
- good time management skills, be a self-starter and a team player;
- the ability to work well with physicians, nursing and ancillary staff.
- Ability to be speak Spanish to patient population preferred not required.
To learn more: https://www.pihhealth.org/about-us/mission-values/
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Working for Sodexo:
How far will your ambition, talent and dedication take you? Sodexo fosters a culture committed to the growth of individuals through continuous learning, mentoring and career growth opportunities. As the largest private employer of dietitians, we have tremendous job opportunities for registered dietitians who are looking to get more out of their career!
What We Offer:
Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
- 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
- Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
- Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement
More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.
Qualifications & Requirements:
Basic Education Requirement:
Master's degree with completion of required coursework and supervised practice as dictated by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND)
For those eligible for the registration exam prior to 1/1/24:
Bachelor's degree with completion of required coursework and supervised practice as dictated by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND)
Credentials Requirement:
Meets eligibility requirements for Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RD/RDN) by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) and will become registered within 120 days of hire. In some states and/or facilities the RD/RDN credentials is required at the time of hire
Certification/licensure as required by state(s) of practice. In some states and/or facilities state certification/licensure is required at the time of hire
Basic Functional Experience - 3 years experienced practitioner able to work with minimal supervision
Sodexo is an EEO/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.
Dietitian Nutritionist II at Sodexo summary:
The Dietitian Nutritionist II at PIH Health Hospital-Downey provides nutritional care to various inpatient units, focusing on improving patient health and satisfaction. This role includes quality improvement initiatives, education for healthcare team members, and the opportunity for career growth through advanced certifications. Candidates must possess strong communication skills, a relevant advanced degree, and should ideally be capable of speaking Spanish to serve the diverse patient population effectively.
Keywords:
Dietitian, Nutritionist, Healthcare, Patient Care, Nutritional Counseling, Registered Dietitian, Quality Improvement, Healthcare Education, Health Services
