Certified Dietary Manager

Position Summary:

The Traveling Certified Dietary Manager oversees and manages the nutritional needs of our clients. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing nutritional programs and menus that promote healthy eating habits and meet the dietary requirements of patients in various Guardian Healthcare facilities.

Essential Functions:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work with healthcare facility staff to assess the nutritional needs of patients and develop dietary plans that meet their specific requirements.
• Develop and implement nutritional programs and menus that promote healthy eating habits and meet the dietary requirements of patients in various facilities.
• Provide guidance and education to patients, caregivers, and healthcare staff on proper nutrition, diet, and meal planning.
• Monitor patient intake and weight and adjust dietary plans as necessary to ensure adequate nutrition and prevent malnutrition.
• Train and supervise dietary staff at various facilities to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and adherence to dietary plans.
• Manage food and supply inventory, budget, and ordering to ensure adequate supply and cost-effectiveness.
• Maintain accurate and timely records and reports on patient nutritional status, dietary plans, and menu changes.
• Keep up to date with industry trends and advancements in nutrition and dietary management, and incorporate best practices into the nutritional programs and menus.
• Provide advice and support to the clients.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Competencies:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong working knowledge of healthcare and dietary industry
• Able to coordinate multiple tasks, at a fast pace with professionalism and courtesy
• Ability to effectively work under tight deadlines, in high pressure situations
• Strong focus on customer service, employee satisfaction and retention

• Ability to travel and work in various healthcare facilities required.
• Knowledge of state and federal regulations related to dietary management in healthcare facilities.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position has no direct reports but may act in a supervisory role while on assignment.

Work Environment:

Blended (remote and on-site). This position requires frequent travel.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is in a kitchen/cafeteria environment that has controlled heat and cold. The noise level is moderate to quiet.

Physical Demands:

• Position requires frequent bending, stooping, stretching, and lifting.
• Lifting and carrying items weighing up to 50 pounds.

Education / Experience:

• Current Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) credential required.
• Bachelor's degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in a supervisory or managerial role in a healthcare setting required.

• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in a supervisory or managerial role in a healthcare setting required.
• Experience with menu planning, recipe development, and dietary management software.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

ABOUT GUARDIAN HEALTHCARE

Since we began in 1995, Guardian has grown to 55 Healthcare Communities, with locations in Pennsylvania, and West Virginia.

Caring for seniors is serious business, but that doesn't mean you won't have fun while you do it! Guardian Healthcare is a tight-knit, family-oriented team committed to operating with the utmost integrity and compassion. Our focus on clinical excellence carries over to our numerous professional development and continuing education opportunities, as well as the schedule flexibility that allows our staff to maintain a satisfying work-life balance.

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

If so, please complete our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!

11-10-2021 EEOC Statement for Job Ads

Updated 1/21/2022.

Guardian Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances. Guardian Healthcare's management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities and programs and general treatment during employment. Guardian Healthcare complies with the requirements of the CMS Interim Final Rule, effective 1/27/2022, requiring mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations, or CMS required allowance for exemption, for workers in hospitals and most health care settings.