Dietitian (Oncology)

About City of Hope,
City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies. With an independent, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center that is ranked top 5 in the nation for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report at its core, City of Hope’s uniquely integrated model spans cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and a broad philanthropy program that powers its work. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix areas.

The successful candidate:

Hours: Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm with alternating on-call weekend shift every 6 weeks.

City of Hope Atlanta is seeking a knowledgeable Dietician who is passionate about helping patients achieve their goals and lead healthier lives. The Dietician will be responsible for assessing nutritional status and intervening with appropriate medical nutrition therapy (MNT) and/or education to improve, maintain, or optimize nutritional status.  Dietitians will develop trusting partnerships with their patients. They will learn about patient health concerns, goals, dietary restrictions, and preferences and work with them to create a healthier nutrition and wellness plan.

Formulate and implement nutritional care plans based on assessment of patients’ nutritional needs, diet restrictions, nutrition support and physician care plans.

Monitor and evaluates effectiveness of patients’ care plan. Document thoroughly and appropriately all nutrition care information in patient medical record according to policy.

Counsel and educate on nutritional support and nutritional management to patients and their families, physicians, paraprofessionals, the community and potential candidates for hire within the corporation

Monitor inpatient foodservice operations to ensure compliance with physician diet orders and quality standards.

Integrate food and dietetic services into the hospital wide QAPI and infection control programs.

Minimum Requirements:

Must have a minimum of 3 years of experience

Must have an active BLS

Registered Dietitian (RD) Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) required

May begin work as RD eligible & under supervision for up to 6 months: Must be licensed in the state of employment or eligible to become licensed for up to 6 months with supervision while license application process is pending.

Ongoing Maintenance of Continuing Education Units (CEU)

Certified Specialist in Oncology (CSO) or Advanced degree in the field of nutrition Preferred

At City of Hope, our Culture of People First is the core principle of our belief in Good Health, Security & Stability, Work-Life Balance and Family-friendly benefits! We offer comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription drug plans that reward you when you stay healthy including:

401(k) Savings & Retirement

Life & Disability Insurance

Health Spending & Voluntary benefits

Empowered Time Off & Employee Assistance Programs

529 College Savings Plan, College Benefits & Tuition Reimbursement

Parental Leave, Adoption, Childcare and Elderly care services

Our Full-time stakeholders receive 21 Personal Time Off Days and 7 Holidays off each year while Part-time stakeholders receive 9 Personal Time Off Days and 7 Holidays off!

City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer. To learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, please click here.

To learn more about our comprehensive benefits, click here: Benefits Information

City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria:  work experience, qualifications, and work location.