Nutritionist

Job Description

Job Description

Mobile, AL: Flexicrew Technical Services (FTS) is seeking a skilled Nutritionist to evaluate patient needs, develop individualized nutritional care plans, and provide nutrition education and counseling that supports overall clinical treatment goals.

Essential Duties

• Provide individual nutritional counseling upon referral as part of the clinical treatment plan.
• Conduct group nutritional counseling sessions for patients requiring ongoing support with specific nutritional concerns.
• Develop and implement nutrition programs and services based on patient needs.
• Serve as a consultant to clinical staff regarding the prevention and treatment of conditions with a nutritional component.
• Support physicians and healthcare teams in the management of diabetic patients and other patients requiring medical nutrition therapy.
• Evaluate, interpret, monitor, and document the nutritional status and needs of hospitalized patients and outpatients in accordance with established standards of care and practice guidelines.
• Deliver age-specific and culturally responsive nutrition counseling to patients and their families.
• Develop, review, update, and maintain print and non-print educational materials on nutritional topics for patients, students, and clinicians.
• Provide in-service training and educational presentations for clinicians on nutrition-related topics as needed.
• Function as an integral member of the interdisciplinary clinical team.
• Maintain Registered Dietitian status, licensure, and continuing education requirements.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements/Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition required; advanced degree in Nutrition preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Licensure as a Registered Dietitian required.
• Current Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist credential required.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of nutritional care and counseling.
• Strong ability to plan and deliver nutrition education programs for individuals and groups.
• Ability to identify nutrition education needs and develop appropriate services and programs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, families, clinicians, and staff.
• Ability to integrate nutrition services and medical nutrition therapy with patient medical goals.
• Strong organizational, documentation, and clinical assessment skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Ability to communicate clearly in person, by phone, and in writing.
• Ability to review patient records, prepare reports, and maintain accurate documentation.
• Ability to move throughout clinical and office environments as needed.
• Ability to occasionally lift or carry materials and supplies up to 15 pounds.
• Ability to perform duties in an in-person clinical setting.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Equal Opportunity Statement

Flexicrew Technical Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with FTS is governed on the basis of merit, competence, and qualifications. Employment or consideration will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.