Traveling Dietitian - Sodexo
Lexington, KY
About the Job
Unit Description
Come work for the world’s leading private employer of Registered Dietitians!
Sodexo is seeking a Traveling Dietitian to work as a Clinical Regional Operations Support (ROSI) Dietitian. A Clinical ROSI is responsible for going to different healthcare locations in order to provide nutrition care. Clinical ROSIs do this by working onsite at acute care hospitals, outpatient clinics, and other facilities where there may not always be enough clinical nutrition staff available, providing patients across the country with quality nutrition care. The position requires 100% travel; this includes overnight stays when needed depending on the needs of the healthcare facility.
This position will primarily work in Kentucky but may also occasionally work in Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Alabama, West Virginia or Tennessee but may include travel outside of these locations.
Preferred candidate will reside in KY, Northern TN, Southern IN or SW VA.
Benefits:
- reimbursement for AND dues, state licensure fees and CDR renewal
- three weeks of vacation, eight holidays and three personal days paid each year
- reimbursement for continuing education events
- up to $5000 tuition reimbursement annually
- career advancement opportunities with Sodexo’s Clinical Career Ladder
Position Benefits:
- All travel costs (airline, rental car, mileage, lodging, and meals) are paid by Sodexo. Additionally, all rewards points earned are yours to keep and redeem for personal use.
- Traveling allows you to experience different healthcare facilities throughout the country - from top research hospitals to rural community centers - and provides an invaluable learning experience.
- Opportunity to meet people from a variety of different backgrounds, learn from new colleagues, and acquire new skills you may not have otherwise learned.
- Frequently acclimating to new facilities and coworkers helps to build valuable life skills that have benefits to both your career and personal life.
- Every new assignment is an opportunity to explore a new city and experience new adventures
Qualifications & Responsibilities of the Registered Dietitian include:
- Registered Dietitian with preferred experience in healthcare. (Note: if registration eligible, non-clinical ROSI positions in food operations are available until credentialed.)
- Able to obtain licensure or certification as needed in states within the assigned region.
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements and experience with electronic medical record (EMR) systems.
- Possess strong leadership and communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Possess good time management skills and be able to work well with physicians, nursing, and ancillary staff.
- Be a self-starter, independent, flexible, and team oriented.
- Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and have the ability to work and interact across all generations to make every day a better day for our clients and patients.
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What We Offer
Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
- 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
- Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
- Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement
More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.
Qualifications & Requirements
Basic Education Requirement:
Master's degree with completion of required coursework and supervised practice as dictated by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND)
For those eligible for the registration exam prior to 1/1/24:
Bachelor's degree with completion of required coursework and supervised practice as dictated by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND)
Credentials Requirement:
Meets eligibility requirements for Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RD/RDN) by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) and will become registered within 120 days of hire. In some states and/or facilities the RD/RDN credentials is required at the time of hireCertification/licensure as required by state(s) of practice. In some states and/or facilities state certification/licensure is required at the time of hire
Basic Functional Experience - 3 years experienced practitioner able to work with minimal supervision
Sodexo is an EEO/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.