Lead Dietitian - Jefferson Methodist

Job Description

Ready to elevate your clinical career?  Aramark Healthcare+ is searching a Full-Time Lead Dietitian based at Jefferson Methodist Hospital in Philadelphia, PA. This impactful role collaborates closely with the clinical nutrition management team to provide exceptional, patient-centered care. Although this position has no direct reports, you will play a key leadership role in performance improvement projects, mentoring dietetic interns and provide MNT and nutrition education. 

Schedule: Monday- Friday with Rotating Weekends

Job Responsibilities

• Assists management in completion of chart audits, quality improvement projects, and other duties as assigned
• Conduct patient nutrition assessment on a population that may include higher overall patient acuity.
• Provide nutrition counseling for individuals and groups, taking into consideration any adaptations to teaching methods required to meet patient learning needs.
• Use assessment & evaluation techniques that take into consideration the various needs of age-specific populations as well as cultural, religious, and ethnic concerns.
• Partner with medical professionals to meet objectives and to find innovative ways to shorten hospital lengths of stay and to minimize rates of readmission.
• Provide appropriate and timely documentation that summarizes the nutrition care plan in the patient’s medical record, including nutrition assessment, diagnosis, plan, implementation, and progress toward goals.
• Demonstrate accountability for the proper use of patients’ protected health information.

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice. 

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Nutrition or Dietetics from an accredited institution
• Registered Dietitian (RD) / Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) designation required
• 2 years or more clinical practice experience
• Licensed Dietitian status in Pennsylvania or the ability to obtain licensure within 6 months
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Passion for helping patients achieve optimal health through proper nutrition

Conditions of employment include busy hospital and outpatient settings, from patient rooms/floors to kitchen/serving areas. 

About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.