Job Description

No need to go far to change the world – one patient at a time. 

Come join our clinical team of dietitians at PIH Health Downey!! We have been certified as a “Great Place to Work” multiple years in a row.

Sodexo is seeking a  Full Time Registered Dietitian for a Clinical Nutrition Manager at PIH Health Hospital in Downey, CA. In this role, the selected candidate will oversee the Clinical Nutrition Department and manage a team of 6 in all areas of patient care.

This is also a great opportunity to gain managerial experience with the clinical team. 

PIH Health has a variety of units including an Intensive Care Unit (ICU).

PIH Health Downey utilizes the outpatient Nutrition and Wellness Center at PIH Health Whittier campus.

Sodexo offers:

Start with 3 weeks’ vacation and 3 personal days!
Reimbursement for AND dues, state licensure fees and CDR renewal!
Money toward continuing education events!
Up to $5000 tuition reimbursement annually!

a full array of benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401K and access to ongoing training and development programs, plus health and wellness programs!

PIH Health has free employee on-site parking

Free meals in the cafeteria for dietitians

Many opportunities to grow and specialize by obtaining advanced certifications (CDCES, CNSC, etc.).

• Documentation is required in the All Scripts program. 

The successful candidate will:  

• Be a Registered Dietitian with at least 1 year experience in acute care;
• be responsible for the supervision of Clinical Nutrition Services Department and clinical team ;
• represent department at meetings and patient conferences;
• documentation is required in the All Scripts program;
• ensure consistency in day-to-day management and nutritional functions and ensures unit level, corporate, employee relations, safety, training, and unit operating systems compliance;
• be patient focused to ensure patient safety and regulatory compliance and be actively involved in Diversity Awareness;
• be highly involved in driving HCAHPS scores and patient satisfaction to meet or exceed set target and have working knowledge of CA state & federal employment law;
• work closely with the management team to meet the needs of Sodexo as well as the client and be directly involved in continuous quality improvement.

Is this opportunity right for you? We are looking for candidates who have:  

• Strong verbal and written communication skills;
• Excellent Time management skills, be a self-starter and a team player; 
• the ability to work well with physicians, nursing and ancillary staff. 

PIH Health has three locations in the Los Angeles area with all three campuses with totals an estimated of 770 patient beds.

Not the job for you? 
At Sodexo, we offer Dietitian positions in a variety of business segments, including Schools, Universities, Healthcare and Senior Living locations across the United States.  Continue your search for Dietitian jobs .  

• Working for Sodexo:  
  How far will your ambition, talent and dedication take you? Sodexo fosters a culture committed to the growth of individuals through continuous learning, mentoring and career growth opportunities. As the largest private employer of dietitians we have tremendous job opportunities for registered dietitians who are looking to get more out of their career!

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.

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 hire
Certification/licensure as required by state(s) of practice. In some states and/or facilities state certification/licensure is required at the time of hire

Sodexo is an EEO/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.

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