MedlinkHealth Anesthesia
Registered Dietitian – Long-Term Care & Inpatient Rehab
Brattleboro, Vermont•Full-time
$28 - $37 hourly
$28 - $37 hourly
About the Job
Schedule: Day Shift (7:30 AM – 4:00 PM | 40 Hours/Week) | Every Other Sunday
Dress Code: Black Scrubs or Business Professional
Position Overview:
We are seeking a Registered Dietitian (RD) for a full-time, permanent position serving a healthcare center in Brattleboro, VT. This dual-focus role manages nutritional services across inpatient rehab (50%), long-term care (40%), and quality improvement projects (10%).
You will work closely with medical staff, speech therapists, and dietary teams to deliver evidence-based clinical nutrition, assess high-risk patients, and prepare LTC units for regulatory survey readiness.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive nutritional assessments for high-risk patients, new admissions, and consults.
- Develop and manage individualized nutrition and hydration care plans for long-term care residents.
- Evaluate residents for weight fluctuations, wound healing, and specialized nutritional support needs.
- Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and dietary management in interdisciplinary care conferences.
- Document clinical evaluations and reassessments in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
- Participate in meal rounding, menu evaluations, quality improvement initiatives, and state/JCAHO survey preparation.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Food & Nutrition (or related field) from an accredited institution [REQUIRED].
- Registration: Active Registered Dietitian (RD) status with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) [REQUIRED].
- Registry-eligible candidates may be considered if examination is scheduled within 3 months of hire.
- Clinical Knowledge: Strong understanding of medical nutrition therapy for diabetes, renal care, cardiac care, and long-term care [REQUIRED].
- Experience: Prior inpatient clinical, outpatient counseling, or long-term care experience [HIGHLY PREFERRED].
Compensation & Perks:
- Competitive Permanent Base Salary.
- Full Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
- Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match.
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay.
- Continuous Quality Improvement & Leadership Opportunities.