Job Abstract

The Lead Registered Dietitian is responsible to consult in a collaborative fashion with the Director of Nutrition & Wellness, and the treatment team to ensure the best standard of nutrition and dietary services are occurring. The Lead RD also collaborates with all of the other RDs and Diet Techs (DTs)  to ensure that, within the facility, the dietary program is organized and executed to the Discovery's standards.  The RD completes a Dietary Assessment when indicated and directed by the treatment team. The RD meets with all assigned patients weekly, conducts Nutrition Education Groups and Dietary Experientials and oversees the responsibilities of the Diet Technician.

Responsibilities: 

• Conduct Dietary Initial Intake Assessment and corresponding documentation within 72 hours of admission, including collecting data related to height, weight medical history, and determine TBW.  
• Implement one dietary treatment plan for each patient within 72 hours of admission.
• Conduct weekly, and discharge sessions with patients. Daily written documentation of each session completed in an appropriate time frame.
• Documents each patient’s progress throughout the treatment stay according to Center for Discovery documentation guidelines and protocols. 
• Meet with each assigned patient 1-2 times per week based on level of care, and implement/manage individualized dietary meal plans to meet patient’s needs. 
• Oversees the kitchen to ensure safety and sanitation
• Monitors grocery purchasing for appropriateness with regards to patient needs and budget
• Responsible for dietary training within facility

This is a full time position at our Thousand Oaks program that will work Monday-Friday 8am-4pm. 

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