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Registered Dietitian

Elderwood
Philadelphia, United Statespart_timeVerifiedPosted 18 Jul 2025
💰 $73,920/yr

About the role

Salary

$24.64 - $36.96 / hour

Overview

Registered Dietitian – Pediatric Specialty Care

Flexible Part-Time or Full-Time Multisite Option

 

Make a lasting impact on medically fragile children in a nurturing, team-based environment. Pediatric Specialty Care in Philadelphia is seeking a compassionate and motivated Registered Dietitian to join our team. This is a unique opportunity to support infants, children, and young adults with complex medical needs through individualized nutrition planning and care.

 

Position Options:

 

  • Part-Time (Philadelphia only): Flexible schedule, 3 shifts/week (7.5 hours each), benefit-eligible
  • Full-Time (Multisite): Primary time split between Philadelphia and Point Pleasant locations. Weekly on-site schedules will flex based on the clinical needs and census at each site.

What You’ll Do:

  • Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments and physical exams using the Nutrition Care Process

  • Develop and implement individualized meal plans and clinical nutrition interventions

  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to promote resident wellness and quality of life

What We Offer:

  • Flexible scheduling and shift times (typically 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM)

  • Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance (part-time eligible)

  • 401K with employer match

  • PTO, holiday pay, and Employee Assistance Program

Join a mission-driven team that celebrates milestones and supports children on their journey to reach their full potential.

Pediatric Specialty Care at Philadelphia: 3301 Scotts Ln, Philadelphia, PA 19129

Pediatric Specialty Care at Point Pleasant: 90 Cafferty Rd, Point Pleasant, PA 18950

Employee Perks!

Close to thruway entrances/exits, Conveniently located on a bus route, Employee of the Month recognition, Enjoy a fun and diverse work environment, Enjoy being a part of a strong and diverse team, Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Responsibilities

Registered Dietitian:

  • Nutrition assessments for the Pediatric population (up to age 21) in a Pediatric care setting in accordance with company policies and standards of care.
  • Develops, implements, monitors, and appropriately documents individualized nutrition care plans based on current best practices.
  • Provides nutrition counseling/education for residents and their family members.
  • Maintains resident nutrition information in the computer system.
  • Conducts routine audits and monitors performance improvement initiatives related to nutrition and food service.
  • Attends, and actively participates in, resident care plan meetings, IDT meetings, staff meetings, required in-service programs, and other meetings/programs deemed appropriate by the Administrator or Regional Dietitian.
  • Maintains a working knowledge of federal and state regulations regarding nutritional services in the Pediatric setting.
  • Serves as a nutrition consultant for the Administrator, Dining Service Aide, and multidisciplinary medical team.
  • Acts as a preceptor for Dietetic students and interns and as a supervisor/mentor to the Dining Service Aide.
  • Conducts in-service programs for dietary and facility staff upon request.
  • Utilizes electronic timekeeping system as directed.
  • Arrives to work on time, regularly, and works as scheduled.
  • Recognizes and follows the dress code of the facility including wearing name tag at all times.
  • Follows policy and procedure regarding all electronic devices, computers, tablets, etc.
  • Supports and abides by Pediatric Specialty Cares Mission, Vision, and Values.
  • Abides by Pediatric Specialty Cares businesses code of conduct, compliance and HIPAA policies.
  • Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor, management staff or Administrator.

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Qualifications

Registered Dietitian:

  • Minimum of bachelor’s degree in Nutrition/Dietetics
  • Successful completion of an internship or equivalent clinical and management practice which would qualify for Professional Registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration
  • Active and on-going registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration
  • Current, valid driver license for occasional travel
  • Active membership in The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics preferred
  • Certified Dietitian – Nutritionist (CDN) with state Department of Education or Licensure in the state of employment
  • Pediatric experience preferred
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