Nutrition Therapist

7 days ago


Buckeye, Arizona, United States Adelante Full time

**About the Role:**

This is an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Registered Dietitian. As a key member of our interdisciplinary team, you will be responsible for providing comprehensive nutrition care plans for patients across the lifespan with various conditions including but not limited to Type 2 diabetes, hyperlipidemia, hypertension, metabolic syndrome, and weight management.

**Key Responsibilities:**

  • Use the nutrition care process to provide a comprehensive nutrition assessment of the patient's nutritional needs, suggests appropriate nutrition therapy interventions, and documents nutrition care plan in the electronic health record.
  • Provide nutrition education and health promotion to clients and others from the different grants/programs as well as preventative strategies to the Health Education team.
  • Clearly communicates and coordinates relevant patient information amongst the care team and treating clinicians to maintain proper patient care plans.

**Requirements:**

  • Four (4) year college degree in Dietetics or nutrition-related degree and preferred two (2) years experience in community or clinical nutrition education programs or completion of a dietetic internship with RD/RDN credentials.
  • Must hold current credentials as a Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) with the Commission on Dietetic Registration.

**Working at Adelante Healthcare:**

Adelante Healthcare is a leading healthcare provider dedicated to delivering high-quality patient-centered care. Our team is passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of our patients and communities. We are committed to fostering a culture of excellence, respect, and teamwork that promotes collaboration, innovation, and professional growth.

**Salary Estimate:** The estimated salary range for this role is $65,000 - $85,000 per year, depending on qualifications and experience. We offer a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings plan, paid time off, and opportunities for professional development.