Registered Dietitian

Sodexo

ALLENTOWN, PA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Acute Care, Catering Services, Clinical Practices/Protocols, Communication Skills, Customer Experience, Dietetics, Documentation Standards, Educational Accreditation, Facilities Management, Food Services, Health Plan, Interpersonal Skills, Long-Term Care, Nutrition, Nutrition Therapy, Patient Education, Regulatory Compliance, Reimbursement, Support Documentation, Team Player
LOCATION
ALLENTOWN, PA
POSTED
Today

Role Overview

Sodexo is seeking a Registered Dietitian for the Transitional Skilled Unit at Lehigh Valley Health Network in Allentown, PA. The role includes providing clinical nutrition care through MDS assessments, care planning, and collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to support patient outcomes. We welcome applications from both new graduates and experienced dietitians.

 

This is a 24-hour/week position with on-site coverage three days per week. Additional hours may be available, including remote coverage of acute care facilities in the LVHN network. There is no weekend coverage, with occasional holiday coverage required.

 

This part-time role offers benefits!

Health and wellness benefits

Reimbursement for AND dues, state licensure fees, and CDR renewal

Generous paid vacation, personal, holiday, and sick time

Reimbursement for continuing education events

Career advancement opportunities with Sodexo’s Clinical Career Ladder

 

Salary listed is the full‑time annual rate and will be prorated based on the number of hours worked.

What You'll Do

  • Complete nutrition MDS assessments and assist with care plan development
  • Monitor and document patient progress
  • Collaborate with the care team to support patient nutrition goals
  • Provide nutrition education to patients and families
  • Maintain accurate documentation and support regulatory compliance

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 or RD-eligible (must obtain credential within required timeframe)
  • Knowledge of clinical nutrition principles and documentation standards in Long Term and Acute Care
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team

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

About the Company

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Sodexo

Worldwide Leader in Food and Facilities Management for Over 50 Years

Sodexo was founded in 1966 by Pierre Bellon in Marseilles France and is still majority family owned today. For over 50 years, we have partnered with some of the world’s biggest companies, backed by employees in countries across the globe.

Everything we do is about improving people’s daily lives. We believe healthy school meals make kids do better. That relaxed patients recover faster. And organizations with engaged employees perform better. With our unique wide range of integrated services, this is what our On-site, Benefits and Rewards and Personal Home services do every day.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Food and Beverage Production
FOUNDED
1966
WEBSITE
https://us.sodexo.com/home.html