Dietitian (RD/RDN) - Diabetes/Endocrinology

Role Overview

Your nutritional know-how can help patients in your community live happier, healthier lives.

Sodexo is seeking a Registered Dietitian for a full time Outpatient Diabetes Dietitian position at Central Maine Healthcare in Lewiston, ME.  The Registered Dietitian will work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team and provide specialized medical nutrition therapy (MNT) to the adult population in the areas of diabetes and weight management. 

No weekends

option to work four 10 hour days

Reimbursement for professional fees, including AND dues, CDR renewal and CDCES fees

Three weeks of vacation, eight holidays and three personal days paid each year

Reimbursement for continuing education events

Career advancement opportunities with Sodexo’s Clinical Career Ladder

What You'll Do

• maintain a strong working knowledge of general nutrition and diabetes nutrition;
• demonstrate competency in nutrition assessment, care planning, and counseling for the outpatient population;
• complete clinical documentation in EPIC electronic medical record (EMR);
• serve as an active member of the interdisciplinary care team, with involvement in group education classes, committees and community outreach events as needed;
• participate in performance improvement and/or outcome measurement initiatives; and
• mentor/coach Dietetic Interns.

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.

What You Bring

• Registered Dietitian credential with licensure in the state of Maine, CDCES credential strongly preferred; 
• two years of experience, preferably in outpatient counseling and/or diabetes care;
• excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with clients and interdisciplinary team members at all levels;
• demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and adapt to changing needs;
• a history of working independently with little direction and with a positive outlook; and
• a commitment to continued education in the nutrition field.

Who We Are

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum 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 hireCertification/licensure as required by state(s) of practice. In some states and/or facilities state certification/licensure is required at the time of hire

Minimum Functional Experience - 3 years experienced practitioner able to work with minimal supervision