Job Information
Prime Healthcare Clinical Dietitian in Harlingen, Texas
Overview
We are seeking aClinical Dietitian,also referred to as a Registered Dietitian. The Registered Dietitian (RD) in our hospital designs and implements nutrition care plans for patients, tailoring diets to medical needs. Clinical Dietitian’s assess nutritional status, monitor progress, educate patients and families, collaborate with healthcare teams, and ensure dietary staff prepares meals that meet safety and health standards. The Registered Dietitian’s goal is to improve patient outcomes through effective nutrition management.
Shift’s Available: Days
Employment Type: Part Time
Hours: 8-hour shifts
Location: Harlingen Medical Center - Harlingen, TX
Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:
Health, dental, and vision insurance options
Paid vacation, sick time and holidays
Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options
Employer 401K options
Tuition reimbursement options
Life, disability, and other insurance options
Many other amazing benefits
Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/
* Nutrition experience and nutrition support as it relates to tube feedings and (Total Parenteral Nutrition) TPN. *
Responsibilities
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):
Nutritional assessment:evaluate patients' dietary needs based on medical conditions, lab results, and health history
Develop meal plans:create individualized nutrition plans to support recovery, manage chronic diseases, or address specific conditions like diabetes, heart disease, or malnutrition
Track patients’ progress, adjust meal plans as needed, and ensure nutritional goals are met
Work closely with doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to integrate nutrition into patient care plans
Educate patients and their families about proper nutrition education, special diets, or post-discharge meal planning
Ensure meals prepared by the dietary staff align with prescribed diets and safety standards
Qualifications
Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have:
Education and Work Experience
Registered Dietitian Required (CMS requirement).
One year healthcare experience desirable.
Employment Status
Part Time >59
Shift
Days
Equal Employment Opportunity
Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf
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FacilityHarlingen Medical Center
LocationUS-TX-Harlingen
ID2026-257802
CategoryClinical Professional
Position TypePart Time > 59
ShiftDays
Job TypeNon-Exempt