Dietitian / Nutritionist (61257) at Sanitas

San Antonio, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Nutritional Assessments, Dietary Plans, Cardiometabolic Disorders, Interpersonal Skills, Communication Skills, Empathy, Cultural Competence, Organizational Skills

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job Details Job Location: SAN ANTONIO - Stone Oak - San Antonio, TX 78258 Position Type: Full Time Education Level: 4 Year Degree Travel Percentage: None Job Shift: Day Job Category: Nursing “Sanitas is a global healthcare organization expanding across United States. Our services include primary care, urgent care, nutrition, lab, diagnostic, health care education and resources for our patients. We strive to attract professionals who believe in our mission, vision and are dedicated to the service of our patients and their families creating a memorable experience through compassion, respect, and kindness.” Job Summary The Nutritionist II provides advanced nutrition care and counseling to intermediate-risk patients with cardiometabolic conditions, focusing on individualized dietary interventions to improve health outcomes and reduce risk factors. This role conducts comprehensive assessments, develops evidence-based nutrition plans, monitors progress, and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to ensure integrated care. Essential Job Functions Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Conduct thorough nutritional assessments, considering medical history, dietary habits, and lifestyle, to create individualized nutrition plans for the intermediate risk population, mainly dealing with cardiometabolic conditions. Perform physical evaluations to identify signs of malnutrition, including muscle wasting, edema, and possible skin changes like pressure injuries. Conduct follow-up sessions with patients to assess progress, answer questions, and provide ongoing support in their dietary journey. Collaborate effectively with other healthcare professionals, such as physicians, nurses, and coaches, to ensure coordinated patient care. Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, including assessments, progress notes, and care plans, in accordance with regulatory standards. Stay up to date with the latest research and trends in clinical nutrition to provide evidence-based information to patients and contribute to content development. Regularly review scientific literature, journals, and reputable sources for emerging nutrition research and guidelines, to enhance knowledge and expertise in clinical nutrition and related fields. Assume a leadership position relative to newer dietitians, contingent upon the department's requirements at the time of recruitment. Perform other duties as assigned by the Nutrition Manager, contributing to departmental projects and continuous improvement initiatives. Qualifications Supervisory Responsibilities This position has no supervisory responsibilities. Required Education Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics from an accredited program through ACEND. Registered Dietitian by the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Required Experience 3-4 years of experience as a dietitian (Master's degree OR nutrition specialization preferred) OR 5 years of experience as a dietitian (with no additional training). Required Licenses and Certifications Licensed in the state of employment as Dietitian/Nutritionist, if applicable; or willing to obtain license upon hire. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Proficiency in conducting nutritional assessments and creating individualized dietary plans. Strong knowledge of cardiometabolic, respiratory, and digestive disorders and dietary management. Strong interpersonal skills for effective patient interaction and collaboration with healthcare teams. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Empathy, sensitivity, and cultural competence in dealing with diverse patient populations. Proven ability to thrive in a high-stress environment and remain flexible when unexpected situations arise. Strong organizational skills to manage a varied caseload and maintain accurate documentation. Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree is preferred. Financial Responsibilities This position does not currently have financial responsibilities. Budget Responsibilities This position does not currently have budget responsibilities. Languages Bilingual English and Spanish is required. Travel Required - Travel will be required between 2-3 clinics every week. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to work standing up, walk, use hands to operate tools and equipment and must be able to exert regularly up to 10 pounds of force, frequently exert 30 pounds of force and occasionally exert 50 pounds of force to constantly perform the essential job functions. The employee will be frequently required to reach with hands and arms, bend, balance, kneel, crouch, crawl, push, and pull. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Environmental Conditions Inside: The employee is subject to environmental conditions, protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. The worker is subject to noise; there may be sufficient noise to cause the worker to shout in order to be heard above ambient noise level. Physical/Environmental Activities Please confirm for the following questions if these working conditions are encountered Occasionally (1-33% of time on the job), Frequently (34-66% of time on the job), Constantly (67-100% of time on the job), or Not Applicable N/A Must be able to travel to multiple locations for work (i.e. travel to attend meetings, events, conferences). Constantly (67-100%) May be exposed to outdoor weather conditions of cold, heat, wet, and humidity. Frequently (34-66%) May be exposed to outdoor or warehouse conditions of loud noises, vibration, fumes, dust, odors, and mists. Not Required N/A Must be able to ascend and descend ladders, stairs, or other equipment. Occasionally (1-33%) Subject to exposure to hazardous material. Occasionally (1-33%) INDSMC

Responsibilities

The Nutritionist II provides advanced nutrition care and counseling to patients with cardiometabolic conditions, focusing on individualized dietary interventions. This role includes conducting assessments, developing nutrition plans, monitoring progress, and collaborating with healthcare teams.