Registered Dietitian

Status: Full-Time or Part-time

Wage:  $35 -$45

Location: Avamere Rehab of Cascade Park - 801 SE Park Crest Ave. Vancouver, WA 98683

 

Responsibilities

Assess understanding and implementation of Avamere dietary systems at assigned facilities. Assess special nutritional needs of geriatric and physically impaired residents. Review menus and monitor food services operations to assure that the residents receive adequate nutrition. Educate and train the Dietary Managers to maximize their performance in documentation, RAI process, budgetary guidelines, management, sanitation guidelines and other areas of work. Advise and recommend changes and implement new policies and procedures, and assist the Dietary Managers in implementing and educating their staff of these changes. Make regularly scheduled visits to each facility; must be available by telephone for consultation to other staff during all normal business hours. Create and uphold an atmosphere of warmth, patience, enthusiasm and a calm and cheerful environment.

 

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in Nutrition, Dietetics, or a related field. Registered by the CDR, the credentialing agency for dietetics professionals. Strong experience as a Dietician or Dietary Manager in a healthcare setting. Familiarity with applicable state and federal guidelines. Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines. Must have a valid driver’s license and dependable vehicle for transportation.

 

Employee Perks:

Tuition assistance Access up to 50% of your net earned income before payday Mentorship opportunities Career Development Employee assistance program featuring counseling services, financial coaching, free legal services, and more Generous employee referral program Paid time off/sick leave (rolls over annually) 401K retirement plan with employer match Comprehensive benefits package with medical coverage, voluntary dental, vision, and life insurance, short-term disability, and AD&D coverage