Regional Dietitian – Long Term Care, PT

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in North Carolina, +1 more state.

📋 Description

• Engage with physicians, staff, residents, families, consultants, and corporate personnel concerning dietary services.

• Collaborate with facilities to ensure compliance with company regulations.

• Offer expert guidance on professional nutrition and dietary standards in line with state and federal regulations.

• Guarantee timely and accurate facility documentation.

• Deliver medical nutrition therapy for new admissions and residents identified as nutritional risks, adhering to national standards of practice.

• Provide training and advisory support to dietary managers and nursing staff through in-service education.

• Ensure that administrators and corporate personnel receive comprehensive consultant reports detailing consultation activities.

• Recommend necessary kitchen and food service equipment for facilities.

• Pursue ongoing education within the nutrition field.

• Exercise discretion and sound judgment in interactions with staff, residents, family members, and organizational colleagues.

⛳️ Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline.

• Current Registered Dietitian licensure in the state of facility operation is required.

• Certification as a Registered Dietitian by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) is mandatory.

• A valid license in Georgia, South Carolina, or North Carolina is necessary.

• Familiarity with nutritional standards and their practical application.

• Understanding of local, state, and federal laws and regulations, including Long Term Care sanitation and safety codes.

• Capability to assess and manage dietary service activities effectively.

• Strong organizational and planning abilities.

• Leadership qualities to guide and support consultants.

• Ability to make swift, logical decisions that benefit residents, staff, and facilities.

• A minimum of 2 years of experience is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Primarily a remote position with limited travel required.

• Opportunities for continuing education in the nutrition field.