The Renfrew Center of Bethesda offers an unmatched opportunity, in the field of eating disorders, for a Registered Dietitian to work in an environment that changes lives. The Renfrew Center provides opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, that have the desire and passion to foster a positive outcome and impact on our patients’ lives.
The Renfrew Center’s research-based treatment model, for eating disorders, is focused on treating the whole person and helping them lead a rich and fulfilling life.
Our commitment to you – We are committed to providing every employee the opportunity for personal and professional development through:
- 401(k) with company match
- Healthcare benefits
- Vacation and sick days
- Employee referral program
- Employee discounts to various stores, amusement parks, events, etc.
- Continuing education (CE) programs and training
- Advancement opportunities within the organization
Position Responsibilities:
- Completes a comprehensive nutritional assessment on each patient upon admission
- Counsels’ patients on principles of well-balanced nutrition in individual sessions and conducts group nutrition discussions
- Prepares individualized meal plans that consider the needs of the patient including medical, nutritional, age, cultural, religious and ethical concerns
- Provides at minimum weekly individual nutritional counseling for patients and family (as needed)
- Conducts nutrition education groups that are appropriate for adult and adolescent populations
- Provides updates on the nutritional status of each patient weekly as part of team rounds/meetings and as requested
- Demonstrates accountability for the proper use of patients’ protected health information
- Participates in presentations of scheduled in-services and other appropriate training activities
- Monitors meals and snacks, including eating/modeling normal eating with eating disordered patients
