[Hiring] Registered Dietitian @Adobe Care And Wellness LLC

Role Description

The Registered Dietitian (RD) provides clinical nutrition services, including nutrition assessment, modified diet formulation, self-management training, and nutrition intervention to members. As the RD, you will be responsible for a variety of tasks which includes, but are not limited to:

• Improving the quality of life and health literacy of members
• Promoting effective healthcare utilization
• Monitoring healthcare resources to achieve optimal outcomes for members
• Assisting in the coordination of care and services of selected member populations across the continuum of illness
• Promoting the effective utilization of healthcare resources to ensure member satisfaction and quality care

This position operates in a remote capacity with normal work hours, Monday-Friday, 8a-5p.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Evaluates members for case management services and determines the appropriate level of care
• Assesses the nutritional status and provides nutrition intervention to members, including diet education
• Screens members for nutritional risk and malnutrition
• Develops dietary plans of care
• Provides nutrition consults/assessments as requested by team members
• Coordinates nutritional care with other care team members including CMs, SW, NPs, and members assigned to a PCP
• Uses clinical nutrition standards of care to assess patient nutritional needs
• Educates and supports members’ needs, taking into account patients’ physical or age-related needs
• Accurately charts all assessments, findings, the education given, care plan, and outcomes in the patient’s electronic chart
• Collaborates with other departments to ensure members’ needs are met
• Participates in Interdisciplinary Care Team meetings, as needed
• Develops positive relationships with clients, caregivers, providers, and other team members
• Ensures quality, effectiveness, and efficiency in case management activities
• Complies with all HIPAA regulations

Qualifications

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred
• Experience in the care of the elderly in some geographic regions is preferred
• Experience in home health, physician’s office, or public health is preferred
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations
• Knowledge of CMS guidelines

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree (BA) in Nutrition required
• Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) Certification is required
• Licensed in all states in which Adobe is contracted, if required by the state

Benefits

• Paid Orientation and Training
• Insurance – Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life
• 401k Plan – 3% match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Continued Education Support
• Mileage Reimbursement (if applicable)
• Referral Bonuses
• Paid Holidays (9 days)
• Paid Time Off (15 days)
• Paid Volunteer Hours

Character & Competencies

• Courage – To have the courage to do the right thing at the right time
• Ownership – To take ownership of every issue you touch
• Respect – To respect yourself, co-workers, and those whom you care for
• Excellence – To be excellent in all that you do
• Diversity – Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce
• Ethics – Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethics; Upholds organizational values
• Adaptability – Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events
• Customer Service – Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments
• Interpersonal Skills – Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things
• Judgement – Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions
• Problem-Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem-solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics
• Professionalism – Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments
• Teamwork – Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Continually required to walk
• Frequently required to sit
• Frequently required to climb, balance, bend, stoop or kneel
• Continually required to talk or hear
• Potential exposure to outside weather conditions
• Potential exposure to extreme heat or cold (non-weather)
• While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move more than 40 pounds
• Must be able to physically perform the essential duties of the position which include lifting 40 lbs., transporting materials, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, use of hands, balancing, walking, standing, talking, hearing, and typing

Equal Employment Opportunity

APH is an Equal Opportunity Employer where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.