Southern Jersey Family Medical Centers, Inc. is seeking a talent Registered Dietitian to step into our fast-paced facility!
SUMMARY: The Registered Dietitian (RD) provides comprehensive Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) and outpatient nutritional counseling within a primary care setting. Working as an integral member of the multidisciplinary healthcare team, the RD assesses nutritional needs, develops individualized care plans, and delivers evidence-based education to patients managing chronic health conditions (such as diabetes, hypertension, obesity, renal disease, and pediatric nutritional concerns).
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Patient Assessment & Care Planning:
- Conduct thorough nutritional assessments using clinical data, medical history, eating habits, and socio-economic factors.
- Develop and implement individualized nutritional care plans aligned with the primary care provider's treatment goals.
- Re-evaluate and adjust care plans based on clinical outcomes and patient progress.
- Clinical Counseling & Education:
- Provide specialized Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) for patients across the lifespan (pediatric, adult, and geriatric).
- Deliver lifestyle modification counseling focused on chronic disease prevention and management (e.g., Diabetes Self-Management Education).
- Facilitate group nutrition workshops or wellness initiatives for patients and community members.
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration:
- Partner closely with physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, and care coordinators to ensure seamless patient care.
- Participate in care team huddles, patient case conferences, and quality improvement initiatives.
- Refer patients to internal or community resources (such as food assistance programs or behavioral health) when barriers to care are identified.
- Documentation & Compliance:
- Maintain prompt, accurate, and confidential electronic health record (EHR) documentation of all patient encounters, care plans, and follow-ups.
- Ensure compliance with state/federal regulations, HIPAA, and accreditation standards.
- Complete required billing documentation and coding for nutritional counseling services.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
- Clinical expertise in Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) and chronic disease management (diabetes, hypertension, obesity, renal disease)
- High level of cultural competency and sensitivity to diverse, vulnerable patient populations.
- Proficiency with Electronic Health Records (EHR) documentation and electronic billing/coding workflows.
- Bilingual capability (English/Spanish) preferred.
EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
- Active credential as a Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).
- Current State Licensure as a Certified/Licensed Dietitian (if required by state regulation).
- Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) preferred (or willingness to obtain).
- Minimum of 1-2 years of outpatient clinical nutrition or primary care experience preferred.
- Experience working within a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) or community health center setting is a plus.
Benefits:
Southern Jersey Family Medical Centers, Inc. provides a rewarding and challenging work environment, state-of-the-art facilities, and a very competitive benefits package which includes: a healthy work/life balance, generous paid time off, paid holidays, competitive wages, Tuition Assistance Program, 403(b) Retirement Plan with company contribution, Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Life Insurance.