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Join Our Team as a Nutrition Specialist
Make a Difference with Your Expertise
Are you a passionate nutrition specialist seeking a meaningful career where you can truly make an impact? At Encompass Health, you will have the opportunity to enhance health and wellness through tailored nutrition plans. In this rewarding role, you will assess patients' dietary needs, develop personalized dietary strategies, and provide essential education about healthy eating practices. You will also guide patients on their post-discharge dietary requirements while monitoring their nutritional progress. If you're committed to improving lives through nutrition and are looking for a fulfilling career that aligns with your values, we invite you to join us in our mission to uplift the well-being of individuals in your community.

A Glimpse into Our Work Culture
At Encompass Health, the difference is evident the moment you join our team. As a leader in national inpatient rehabilitation, we take pride in our achievements, including being named one of the 'World's Most Admired Companies' and receiving the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® Award among numerous other accolades.

Perks and Benefits to Kickstart Your Journey
We are dedicated to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and nurturing environment where you can thrive. From day one, you will enjoy access to:

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for both full-time and part-time employees and their families.
• Generous paid time off that continues to accrue.
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities and access to ongoing education.
• A company-matching 401(k) plan and employee stock purchase options.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
• A vibrant community of individuals who are passionate about their work!

Become the Nutrition Specialist You Aspire to Be

• Provide counseling and communicate with patients as per physician orders and dietary guidelines.
• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals involved in patient care.
• Evaluate referral orders to assess nutrition intake adequacy.
• Document relevant information in patients' medical records according to established standards.
• Implement nutritional care plans, tailor menus, and assist patients with specific dietary needs.
• Conduct calorie assessments and make thoughtful recommendations.
• Review, revise, and approve menus for their nutritional sufficiency.

Qualifications Needed

• Registered with the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the American Dietetic Association.
• State licensure is mandatory.
• Membership in the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics is preferred.
• Bachelor's or advanced degree in Food & Nutrition from an accredited institution.
• Preferred: One year of experience in Clinical Dietetics.

We look forward to the opportunity of meeting you and sincerely invite you to embark on this incredible journey with us!

The Encompass Health Philosophy

We set the standard in care by leading with empathy, doing what's right, focusing on the positive, and standing stronger together. Encompass Health is a trusted name in post-acute care with over 150 locations nationwide and a dedicated team of 36,000 exceptional individuals.

We celebrate and welcome diversity in our inclusive culture and provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, color, creed, age, mental or physical disability, or any other protected classification.