Updated: December 19, 2011

CLINICAL/REGISTERED DIETITIANS/DIETETIC TECHNICIAN (FULL & PART TIME):

Registered Dietitian Positions Kenner/Luling and Slidell Locations (2 Positions)
Full Time
Access Health Louisiana
843 Miling Ave
Luling, LA 70070
985-785-5868
hr@stcchc.org

Access Health Louisiana operates Federally Qualified Health Centers in Jefferson, St. Bernard, St. Charles and St. Tammany parishes. Our mission is to provide high quality healthcare to patients regardless of their ability to pay for services. We accept commercially insured, Medicaid or Medicare insured and uninsured patients, offering discounted fees based on household income assessments. STCCHC offers competitive wages and an excellent benefits package. We are currently seeking two Registered Dieticians to provide services at our Kenner/Luling and Slidell locations.

The Registered Dietitian will assist the WIC (Women, Infants and Children) professional staff by providing basic information to programs participants regarding program guidelines, use of vouchers, nutrition education, and documentation in the medical record, as well as monitoring WIC vendor compliance. The dietitian will also participate in diabetes management programs at multiple clinic locations and participate in outreach to other agencies and community organizations. These are Full-Time positions (32 hours per week), Monday – Thursday, 8:00am to 4:30pm.

Current Louisiana LDN license and registration by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR). Bachelors degree in human nutrition, food/nutrition, dietetics or food system management required. Previous WIC experience preferred.

How to Apply:

Apply online through Nola.com or,
E-mail a current resume to hr@stcchc.org
Fax resume to 985-785-2104 or,
Complete an employment application in person at 843 Milling Avenue, Luling, LA 70070.
No Telephone Calls, please.

Independent Health Coach
PRN
Romano Health Coaching
SEFCU, 700 Patroon C
Albany, NY 12205
518-265-5057
mromano@nycap.rr.com

This is a Health Coaching position with a company that has been designed and led by health professionals. We use pharma grade meal replacements along with real foods and a coaching component to help clients lose wt successfully. The model is very effective due to the strong coaching component. Full training and on-going support is provided to you as a health coach to help you implement and run the program. The work may be done from your home or office so an office space is not required. The work is flexible and may be done full time or part time. Contact Marianne for details.

Outgoing, flexible and independent. RD eligibles may apply. Flexible work that may be done in Louisiana or neighboring states.

How to Apply:

Email

Clinical Dietitan
Full Time
Northshore Specialty Hospital
20050 Crestwood Blvd
Covington, LA 70433
985-875-7525
rdrewes@covltac.com

Clinical dietitian for a 40-50 bed LTAC facility. Dietitian would be responsibile for nutrition assessments and diet education. Must be familiar with parenteral and enteral nutrition. Must attend staffing meetings and work closely with other members of the healthcare team.

Bachelors degree in dietetics Licensed in Louisiana and registered dietitian with CDR Some clinical experience preferred

How to Apply:

In Person

Medical Nutrition Specialist
Full Time
Lincare
1520 N Hearne Ave
Shreveport, LA 71107
kpeil@lincare.com

Lincare, Inc. leading national Homecare Company seeks an enthusiastic RD to raise the standard of care for home enteral patients in Birmingham, AL. This is a sales focused position. Responsibilities include managing enteral nutrition therapy for the home tube fed patient (ie, disease management, clinical evaluations, and follow up care), patient education and equipment setup. Provide a continuum of care based on physician orders and ongoing clinical assessment to identify patient problems/needs. Formulate interventions necessary to improve patients’ nutritional status. Outgoing personality with a strong work ethic needed to market services to health care professionals. Marketing responsibilities will include formal in-services, and follow up sales calls to MDs, case managers, RDs, & RNs in respective referral sources.

One year clinical experience required. Competitive salary, benefits, and career opportunities available. Lincare is a drug free work place. EOE.

How to Apply:

email kpeil@lincare.com

Food Service Director
Full Time
Wadley Regional Medical Center
1000 Pine Street
Texarkana, TX 75501
asenter@iasishealthcare.com

Education: College degree in food service management, nutrition science, dietetics, business, or related field preferred.

Experience: Three (3) years food service management experience required. Experience in health care facility preferred. Experience in menu development, catering, and production management preferred. Knowledge of merchandising techniques and «special events» within a food service setting preferred.

Other: Excellent written and verbal communications skills in the English language to all educational levels, including healthcare team members, patients, customers and employees. Familiarity with expense management, financial planning, and strategic planning. Prior contract management experience is a plus.

Planning, organizing and directing all activities of the Food & Nutrition Services; setting the strategic direction of the department, developing annual capital and operating budgets and executing departmental goals and objectives, and Manages the procurement, production and service of food to all customers. Directing and evaluating activities of department employees.

How to Apply:

Call 954-914-6505 or email asenter@iasishealthcare.com

Clinical Dietitian
Full Time
Wadley Regional Medical Center
1000 Pine Street
Texarkana, TX 75501
asenter@iasishealthcare.com

Looking for several candidates including Clinical Nutrition Manager. All must be registered dietitian (RD) by the Commission on Dietetic Registration; candidates eligible for registration may be hired with the understanding that registration will be achieved within 90 days of hire. Must obtain a Dietitian license (LD) with the state of Texas. Ability to communicate effectively (verbally and written) Works well with others in a team-oriented environment Preferred 1 year experience.

Performs nutrition assessment for inpatients. Develops patient's Nutritional plan of care. Assists in developing and implementing patient and staff nutrition education. Participates in interdisciplinary clinical meetings that relate to nutrition, including departmental quality improvement activities

How to Apply:

Call 954-914-6505 or email asenter@iasishealthcare.com

Medical Nutrition Specialist
PRN
Lincare
1533 Sams Ave
New Orleans, LA 70123
kpeil@lincare.com

Lincare, Inc. leading national Homecare Company seeks an RD to raise the standard of care for the home enteral patient in New Orleans, LA. Responsibilities include managing enteral nutrition therapy for the home tube fed patient (ie, disease management, clinical evaluations, and follow up care), patient education and equipment setup.

Candidate must have a flexible schedule to accommodate patient visits with 24 hour notice; night and weekend work as applicable. Position requires candidate hold CDR and LA licensure. One year clinical experience preferred. Candidate must carry liability insurance. Competitive fee schedule and mileage reimbursement. Lincare is a drug free work place. EOE

How to Apply:

kpeil@lincare.com

Clinical Nutrition Manager
Full Time
Sodexo
9801 Washingtonian B
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
lorna.fuller@sodexo.com

Sodexo has an outstanding opportunity for a Registered Dietitian with at least 3 years of experience (at least 1-2 years lead or management experience) in an acute care setting to manage the Clinical Nutrition program at Rapides Med Ctr in Alexandria, LA; a large teaching hospital in LA. The ideal candidate will manage nutrition care services at this 342 plus beds facility and serve in a leadership role on the Food and Nutrition Services team along with several other Sodexo managers.

• Oversee a staff of Registered Dietitians and indirectly oversee diet office staff.
  
  
• Have demonstrated skills in managing and developing clinical staff; monitoring and evaluation of nutrition care services; development of policy and procedures; accreditation and regulatory readiness and review; and establishing and maintaining standards of care.
  
  
• Have excellent communication & customer service skills.

How to Apply:

http://www.sodexodietitiancareers.com

Registered Dietitian Specialist
Full Time
Southeast Louisiana Hospital
23515 Hwy 190
Mandeville, LA 70448
Robyn.Schorle@la.gov
985-626-6475

STATE OF LOUISIANA invites applications for the position of: Registered Dietician Supervisor

An Equal Opportunity Employer

OPENING DATE:
Mon. 08/29/11

CLOSING DATE:
Thu. 09/08/11 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada)

SALARY:
$16.97 - $33.90 hourly
$1,357.85 - $2,712.00 biweekly
$2,942.00 - $5,876.00 monthly
$35,304.00 - $70,512.00 annually

JOB TYPE: Probational/Original/Promotion-Dept./Agencywide

LOCATION: Mandeville, Louisiana

QUALIFICATIONS:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the American Dietetic Association followed by three years of professional level clinical or administrative dietetic experience.

SUBSTITUTIONS: A master's degree in foods and nutrition, dietetics or institutional management may be substituted for one year of the required experience.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Possession of a permanent or provisional Louisiana dietitian/nutritionist license.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION: This is an Administrative position responsible for planning, organizing & providing all services associated with a large Food Services Department serving both patients and staff in a long-term acute care psychiatric facility. A valid driver's license may be required for this position. This is a brief description only. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of work experience. An application may be considered incomplete if the work experience and education sections are not completed. Please list all work experience.

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link below and complete an electronic application which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities.

Applicants can check the status of their application at any time by selecting the ‘Application Status’ link after logging into their LA Careers account.Below are the most common status messages and their meanings.

Application Status Message
What it Means

Application received
Your application has been submitted successfully.

Checking for required test score
We are making sure you have an active, passing score for the required written test.

Evaluating experience
Your application is being reviewed by Human Resources to ensure you meet the minimum qualifications for the position.

Eligible for consideration
You are among a group of applicants who MAY be selected for the position.

Referred to hiring manager for review
Your application has been delivered to the hiring manager. You may or may not be called for an interview.

Position filled
Someone has been selected for the position.

Position cancelled
The agency has decided not to fill the position.

For further information about this vacancy contact: Southeast Louisiana Hospital Job Line PO Box 3850 Mandeville, LA 70470 (985) 626-6453

JOB CONCEPTS:
Function of Work:
To serve as a member of the health care or management team and to supervise nutritional care in health and disease in a clinical and/or production area.

Level of Work: Supervisor.

Supervision Received:
General from a higher level Registered Dietitian or administrative official.

Supervision Exercised:
Direct line over professional, paraprofessional or nonprofessional dietary personnel.

Location of Work:
Department of Health and Hospitals, statewide; LSU Medical Centers.

Job Distinctions:
Differs from other Registered Dietitian jobs by the emphasis on supervisory functions.

EXAMPLES OF WORK:
Supervises employees in the preparation and service of standard diets to patients, residents, students, or inmates. Prepares specifications for food items and equipment in order to achieve long range plans for nutritious meals. Makes careful inspection of cooked food to determine that foods are properly prepared, seasoned and served at the correct temperature for tasty serving. Instructs patients who are discharged in the preparation and serving of special diets in the home. Visits patients and discusses value of special diets as ordered by physicians and encourages patients to continue diets when ordered. Instructs medical and direct care personnel, and students regarding principles of proper diet and food preparation. Instructs personnel on sanitation procedures to achieve high standards of infection control. Supervises the tray delivery service operation for patient meal service, nourishments and enteral nutritional feedings. Establishes systems of operation within the food service to accomplish departmental goals and objectives. Calculates diets and prepares patient instructions. Performs nutritional assessment as a member of the health care team. Teaches classes in out-patient clinic.

Position Requirements:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the American Dietetic Association followed by three years of professional level clinical or administrative dietetic experience.

SUBSTITUTIONS:
A master's degree in foods and nutrition, dietetics or institutional management may be substituted for one year of the required experience.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:
Possession of a permanent or provisional Louisiana dietitian/nutritionist license.

How to apply: la.gov website; apply online

http://agency.governmentjobs.com/louisiana/default.cfm?&promotionaljobs=0&transfer=0

Homer Memorial Hospital
Full Time
620 East College St
Homer, LA 71040
wcolvin@homerhospital.com
318-927-2024

Homer Memorial Hospital is committed to being the cornerstone of healthcare for our community by providing the quality and personalized care we would want for ourselves and our families. Our 50-bed community hospital and our 10-bed geri-psych facility offer a wide range of healthcare services; ranging from emergency care, in-patient & out-patient services, respiratory therapy, radiology services, and other medical specialties.

Located in North Louisiana, HMH is ideally located to serve the people of Claiborne and surrounding parishes. Our family atmosphere provides a work environment that matches the community and the people it serves. The Dietary Manager is the head chef of the dietary department. He/she is responsible for creating and ensuring quality food services for our patients, employees, and community.

The Dietary Manager will have the opportunity to lead the dietary department in an exciting, new direction, one that seeks to serve its customers by offering quality food coupled with excellent service. This position offers a chance to “build” the personal skills and professional experience needed to run a successful kitchen. Our desire is to offer the kind of food and services that will cause people to want more.

Education/Experience:

• Must possess, as a minimum, a high school diploma or equivalent.
  
  
• Be a graduate of, or enrolled in an accredited course in dietary training approved by the American Dietetic Association. HMH will help provide such training.
  
  
• Completion of a state approved program for food Service Manager.
  
  
• Preferred two years experience in food service in a health care facility, with supervisory experience.
  
  
• Should be able to use a computer and Microsoft office tools, plus the ability to learn hospital related system.

Fax resume to 318-371-3846or email to wcolvin@homerhospital.com

Healthy Lifestyles Coordinator
Full Time
The Rapides Foundation
1101 4th St, Ste 300
Alexandria, LA 71301
trayce@rapidesfoundation.org

Promote healthy eating habits and recommend nutrition and lifestyle/exercise modifications for individual clients throughout nine-parish service area. The qualified candidate must have knowledge of the principles and practices of dietetics and nutrition and the relationship between sound nutrition, diet, and physical exercise. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: provide individualized nutritional and exercise counseling to clients; support, motivate, and educate clients on healthy eating habits and exercise; serve as a resource for educating clients on the benefits of, and how to face challenges of, maintaining a healthy lifestyle; consult with service area employers to develop workplace wellness policies.

Required: Bachelor's Degree, or higher, Nutrition and Dietetics; Registered Dietitian status with CDR; licensed with State of LA. Certification in physical fitness/personal training preferred. Three to five years dietetic experience. Must have reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and be willing to cover the nine-parish service area of The Rapides Foundation.

Fitness Center Dietitan
Full Time
West Jefferson Medical Center
1101 Medical Center
Marrero, LA 70072
christina.connerritchie@wjmc.org

Responsible for nutritional counseling for Fitness Center members and outpatient clients including diabetes, renal, cardiac, and bariatric. Plan and conduct nutritional talks for members and the community.

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics; Registered Dietitian status with CDR; Licensed with the State of LA.

Clinical Dietitian
PRN
Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans
1514 Jefferson Hwy
New Orleans, LA 70121
rmcmillan@ochsner.org

Completes nutritional assessments & care plans. Provides nutrition education to promote improved health. Follows standard practices and complies with regulatory requirements. Participates in community education, marketing, and public relation efforts. Attends committee meetings as assigned. Participates in inservice and continuing education programs.

BS in dietetics,and completion of ADA approved Standards of Education. Registered Dietitian status with the CDR of the ADA. Current licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist status with the LBEDN.

Contract Consultant RD
Full Time
Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans
1514 Jefferson Hwy
New Orleans, LA 70121
rmcmillan@ochsner.org

Completes nutritional assessments & care plans. Provides nutrition education to promote improved health. Follows standard practices and complies with regulatory requirements. Participates in community education, marketing, and public relation efforts. Attends committee meetings as assigned. Participates in inservice and continuing education programs.

BS in dietetics,and completion of ADA approved Standards of Education. Registered Dietitian status with the CDR of the ADA. Current licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist status with the LBEDN.