Registered Dietitian - RD

TEEMA Group

Santa Ana, CA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$83,000–$104,000
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, American National Standards Institute (ANSI), Auditing, Basic Life Support (BLS), Cantonese Chinese Language, Childcare, Continuous Improvement, Cook Dishes, Data Collection, Demographics, Dental Insurance, Dietetics, Documentation, English Language, Geriatrics, Healthcare, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Mandarin Chinese Language, Menu Management, Multilingual, Needs Assessment, Nutrition, Nutrition Therapy, Onboarding, Outpatient Care, Patient Care, Patient Follow-up, Program Planning, Provider Credentialing, Record Keeping, Regulatory Compliance, Service Delivery, Spanish Language, Support Documentation, Team Player, Vision Plan
LOCATION
Santa Ana, CA
POSTED
10 days ago

Job Summary: This role offers a unique opportunity to support nutrition services across multiple care centers, providing both hands-on and administrative support to ensure the highest standards of patient nutrition and regulatory compliance.

This position is ideal for a motivated RD who thrives in a collaborative, mission-driven environment and is looking to make a broader impact on the health and well-being of elderly and medically complex patients through expert nutrition care and operational leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments and follow-ups to support patient health, including medical nutrition therapy, therapeutic diets, supplements, enteral nutrition, counseling, and education.

  • Provide both remote and in-person coverage across care centers for nutrition-related needs including assessments, care planning, and team-based coordination.

  • Ensure compliance with the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) by planning compliant menus, conducting quarterly audits, and maintaining required documentation.

  • Oversee meal service operations by maintaining diet records, implementing diet changes, and auditing food preparation processes for quality and accuracy.

  • Train and support staff through onboarding, process implementation, and ongoing competency development.

  • Deliver educational in-services to kitchen staff and team members to promote evidence-based nutrition care practices.

  • Participate in data collection, reporting, and compliance documentation to support department goals and continuous improvement.

  • Contribute to program planning, CQI initiatives, and interdisciplinary committees aimed at improving patient health outcomes and overall service delivery.

  • Collaborate with department managers, quality teams, and other organizational leaders to align nutrition care with strategic goals.

  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • Active Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) status with the Commission on Dietetic Registration.

  • Valid BLS certification (AHA or American Red Cross).

  • California Food Handler or Food Protection Manager Certification from an ANSI-accredited training provider (required within 90 days of hire).

  • Minimum 1 year of professional work experience as an RD/RDN in clinical nutrition.

Desired Qualifications:

  • At least 1 year of experience working with elderly or medically complex populations.

  • Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish, Mandarin, or Cantonese, depending on regional demographics.

Desired Qualifications:

  • Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish, Cantonese, or Mandarin is highly valued.

  • Post-professional education and training in Physical Agent Modality preferred.

Benefits & Career Growth

  • Medical, Dental and Vision insurance,

  • Retirement savings plans with employer matching contributions

  • Flexible Spending Accounts

  • Commuter Flexible Spending

  • Career Advancement & Development opportunities

  • Paid Time Off & Holidays

  • Paid CME Days 

  • Malpractice insurance and tail coverage

  • Tuition Reimbursement Program

  • Corporate Employee Discounts

  • Employee Referral Bonus Program

  • Pet Care Insurance

  • and more!

Setting: Outpatient Clinic working with the adults and geriatric population

This is an incredible opportunity for an RD who is passionate about making a meaningful impact in patients' lives while working in a dynamic and supportive team environment. If you are eager to bring your expertise and compassion to a growing healthcare organization, we encourage you to apply!

About the Company

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TEEMA Group