The Staff Pad is proud to partner with a reputablehealth center in La Puente, CA committed to providing access to high-qualityhealthcare while empowering patients, employees, and community partners toimprove their well-being and strengthen the health of the communities theyserve.
We are looking to hire a compassionate andempathetic Registered Dietitian for their Clinic Operations Department.
Reporting to the Director of Nursing, the RegisteredDietitian coordinates all aspects of nutrition care, including nutritionassessment, individualized care planning, monitoring, patient education, andcounseling across a variety of care settings.
This role stays current with emerging research andbest practices related to nutrition and health conditions, applying thatknowledge to adapt to care plans and support positive patient outcomes.
The Dietitian works closely with aninterdisciplinary care team, fostering clear communication, collaboration, andeffective patient hand-offs. Through ongoing teamwork and coordination, thisposition helps ensure patients receive comprehensive, consistent, andhigh-quality nutrition care.
Schedule: Full-Time | 1.0 FTE
What You’ll Do
Key Responsibilities
- ProvideMedical Nutrition Therapy and group classes for pediatric, prenatal, and adult patients, including HIV+ individuals
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of physicians, nurses, health educators, and case managers while maintaining a patient-focused and adaptable approach to emerging projects and working effectively with children and families
- Serve as a consultant to the Comprehensive Perinatal Services Program (CPSP) for high-risk prenatal patients
- Identify and provide appropriate referrals as needed
- Document patient progress in medical records
- Develop educational and informational materials
- Establish and maintain community information and referral resources
- Build and maintain relationships with community organizations
- AttendCPSP case conference meetings as appropriate
- Assist with policy and protocol development
- Review and approve policies and protocols as needed
- Perform other related duties as assigned
What We Are Looking For
Qualifications and Skills
- RegisteredDietitian licensed in the State of California
- Bilingual in English and Spanish
- At least one year of experience working with prenatal and HIV-positive patients
- Ability to work effectively with multicultural and low-income populations
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to explain medical information in clear, simple, and easy-to-understand terms
- Ability to travel between multiple clinic locations
What You Can Expect
Work Environment
- Active work environment involving standing, sitting, walking, bending, reaching, lifting, pushing, and pulling
- Frequent patient interaction requiring clear communication and mobility
- Accurate documentation of patient notes, treatment plans, records, and reports
- Collaborative work in a shared office environment
- Frequent decision-making and positive communication with staff at all levels
Compensation and Benefits:
- CompetitivePay
- Medical,Dental and Vision Insurance
- HolidayVacation and Sick Leave
- EmployeeAssistance Program
- LifeInsurance (Basic + Voluntary)
- TuitionReimbursement
- 403(b)Retirement plan with 6% match
Join a mission-driven healthcare team where yourexpertise can make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients andfamilies. If you are passionate about nutrition, community health, and helpingindividuals achieve better health outcomes, we invite you to bring yourknowledge and compassion to this rewarding opportunity.