Dietitian

Job overview

The Dietitian is an onsite role based in Carmel, NY. Compensation is not specified in the listing. This role supports the nutrition services department at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Danbury, a leader in inpatient rehabilitation. This role exists to promote patient health and wellness through personalized nutrition plans. The dietitian assesses nutritional needs, develops and implements dietary plans, provides education on healthy eating habits, and monitors patient progress to ensure optimal recovery outcomes.

What you'll do

• Communicate with and counsel patients per physician orders and diet instruction.
• Communicate with physicians and other involved disciplines in patient care.
• Evaluate referral orders to determine adequacy of nutrition intake methods.
• Document pertinent information in the patient's medical record according to established standards.
• Implement nutritional care plans, adapt menus, and assist patients with special dietary needs.
• Conduct calorie counts and make appropriate recommendations.
• Review, revise, and sign off menus for nutritional adequacy.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

carmel ny

dietitian

encompass health

nutrition

clinical

rehabilitation

healthcare

patient care

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans, generous paid time off, tuition reimbursement, company-matching 401(k), employee stock purchase plan, flexible spending and health savings accounts.

Why this role

Rapidly growing national leader, Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For, supportive environment.

About the employer

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Danbury is hiring for this role. Industry: Nursing Care Facilities (Skilled Nursing Facilities). Sector: 62.