Telehealth Registered Dietitian, Obesity Care

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Maryland.

📋 Description

• Perform thorough nutrition assessments through virtual/telehealth consultations

• Provide Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) for obesity and associated chronic conditions

• Create personalized nutrition care strategies

• Offer nutrition education and counseling utilizing motivational interviewing and behavior-change approaches

• Enhance patient engagement through effective communication and address clinical concerns as necessary

• Work collaboratively with physicians, nurse practitioners, health coaches, and care coordinators

• Engage in care planning and case evaluations as required

• Record encounters, assessments, and care plans in the electronic health record (EHR)

• Effectively utilize telehealth and patient engagement technologies

• Contribute to the development of clinical programs, quality initiatives, and innovations in interdisciplinary care as opportunities arise

⛳️ Requirements

• Valid RD/RDN credential in good standing

• Active LD/LDN or CD/CDN license in the state(s) of practice

• Bachelor’s or master's degree in Nutrition/Dietetics or a related discipline

• Clinical or ambulatory experience in providing nutrition counseling or MNT (required)

• Experience with obesity, weight management, chronic conditions, and telehealth (preferred)

• Excellent patient-centered counseling and documentation abilities

• Comfortable collaborating within interdisciplinary teams

• Proficient with EHRs and telehealth systems

• Reliable internet access

• A private, HIPAA-compliant workspace

• Adhere to licensure standards and maintain HIPAA compliance

🏝️ Benefits

• Completely remote clinical position

• Flexible work schedule (20-40 hours/week)

• No evening or weekend shifts

• Competitive compensation: $38-$47/hour

• Collaborative care team environment

• Evidence-based approach to obesity care

• Opportunity to make a difference in underserved Medicare and Medicaid populations

• Rapidly expanding organization with prospects for growth and influence

• Required training and professional development opportunities