Diabetes Education Dietitian

Role Overview

Sodexo is seeking a passionate, full-time Diabetes Education Dietitian to join our collaborative, multi-disciplinary team at Erlanger Endocrinology Center in Chattanooga, TN. This impactful outpatient role offers the opportunity to work directly with patients, empowering them to take control of their health through individualized nutrition care and diabetes management support.

 

If you thrive in a patient-focused environment and enjoy making a meaningful difference in your community, this is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career. Previous diabetes education experience is preferred, but CDCES certification is not required.

 

No weekends, no holidays!

Sign-on bonus may be available.  

 

Three weeks of vacation, eight holidays and three personal days paid each year

Reimbursement for AND dues, CDR renewal fees, and state licensure fees  

Money toward continuing education events   

Career advancement opportunities with Sodexo’s Clinical Career Ladder  

What You'll Do

• Empower clients to achieve life changing goals who are currently experiencing diabetes
• Provide individualized education to clients through evidence-based nutrition care in the specialized area of diabetes
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to recommend, implement, and monitor nutrition interventions with overall improvement in clinical outcomes
• Provide professional staff education to ensure the safe management and care of clients and families
• Participate in quality improvement projects and regulatory compliance within the department

What We Offer

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

 

• Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
• 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

What You Bring

• Empower clients to achieve life changing goals who are currently experiencing diabetes
• Provide individualized education to clients through evidence-based nutrition care in the specialized area of diabetes
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to recommend, implement, and monitor nutrition interventions with overall improvement in clinical outcomes
• Provide professional staff education to ensure the safe management and care of clients and families
• Participate in quality improvement projects and regulatory compliance within the department
• Work toward obtaining CDCES

Who We Are

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.

 

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum Education Requirement:

Master's degree with completion of required coursework and supervised practice as dictated by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) 

For those eligible for the registration exam prior to 1/1/24:

Bachelor's degree with completion of required coursework and supervised practice as dictated by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) 

 

Credentials Requirement:

Meets eligibility requirements for Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RD/RDN) by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) and will become registered within 120 days of hire.  In some states and/or facilities the RD/RDN credentials is required at the time of hireCertification/licensure as required by state(s) of practice. In some states and/or facilities state certification/licensure is required at the time of hire

 

Minimum Functional Experience - 3 years experienced practitioner able to work with minimal supervision