Bariatric Dietitian

Role Overview

No need to go far to change the world – one patient at a time. 

Sodexo is seeking an (Outpatient) Registered Dietitian to join their dynamic team in Bariatrics. PIH Health Hospital in Whittier, CA, is a 523 licensed-bed acute care hospital located near Los Angeles, CA. PIH Health Whittier is a Bariatric Center of Excellence and has been named a "Great Place to Work"!  

 For Registered Dietitians, Sodexo offers a full array of benefits, including;

                                                               Flexible schedule -no weekends!

Starting with a 3-week vacation and 3 Personal Days!Reimbursement for AND dues, state licensure fees, and CDR renewal!Money toward continuing education events! $5000 tuition reimbursement annually!Free employee on-site parking!Meals in the cafeteria are also free for dietitians!Sodexo dietitian career ladder offers many opportunities to grow and specialize, and to obtain advanced certifications!  

What You'll Do

• Participate in interdisciplinary patient rounding and meetings as a valued member of the Bariatric Surgery team, will participate in interdisciplinary team meetings
• Provide outpatient care with some flexibility in the schedule
• Teach group classes on a weekday evening
• Be a patient advocate and take initiative
• Documentation is required in the All Scripts program   

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

• A Registered Dietitian credential with prior experience specializing in outpatient metabolic and bariatric surgery, or willing to learn
• A CDCES or CDCES-eligible is preferred, but not required 
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, bilingual in Spanish and English preferred
• Excellent time management skills, be a self-starter, and a team player
• The ability to work well with physicians, nurses, and ancillary staff

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