Opportunity Summary:

Shepherd's Clinic is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Nutritionist/Dietitian to provide services to Clinic patients at the Shepherd's Clinic Joy Wellness Center (2800 Kirk Avenue, 21218). The Nutritionist/Dietitian will play a critical role in addressing nutrition needs, particularly for patients with diabetes and prediabetes. This contractual opportunity is available for up to 8 hours weekly.

Responsibilities:

• Nutrition Consultations: Provide one-on-one nutrition consultations and dietary assessments to individuals referred by the Clinic's healthcare providers.

• Nutrition Classes: Organize and conduct nutrition classes. Educate participants about healthy eating habits, balanced diets, portion control, and the importance of proper nutrition in managing diabetes and preventing complications.

• Cooking Demonstrations: Lead cooking demonstrations that showcase healthy recipes, including diabetes-friendly meals. 

• Collaborative Care: Collaborate with other healthcare professionals at the Clinic, such as physicians, nurses, and counselors, to ensure a holistic approach to patient care

• Adherence to Policies and Guidelines: Adhere to Shepherd's Clinic policies, guidelines, and relevant regulations while providing nutrition services. 

Qualifications:

• Education and Licensure: Possess a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or a related field from an accredited institution. Hold a valid license as a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist (RDN) or be a licensed Dietitian (LD) in the state of Maryland.

• Experience: Proven experience working as a Nutritionist or Dietitian, preferably in a clinical or community health setting.

• Knowledge: Thorough understanding of nutrition principles, dietary guidelines, and their application in managing chronic diseases. 

• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey complex nutrition information to individuals with varying backgrounds and literacy levels.

• Organization and Time Management: Efficiently manage time, prioritize tasks, and maintain accurate records. Demonstrated ability to handle a caseload of patients effectively.

• Insurance coverage is required.

Compensation

• Commensurate with experience