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System Clinical Nutrition Manager
Company : Sodexo
Location : Allentown, PA, 18103
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 1 January 2026
Role Overview
Sodexo is seeking a dynamic and experienced Registered Dietitian to serve as the System Clinical Nutrition Manager for Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN), proudly part of Jefferson Health. Located in Allentown, PA, this expansive healthcare system includes 15 hospital campuses and 38 health centers and physician practices. This leadership role offers the opportunity to elevate Clinicia, Sodexo’s global brand for clinical and patient nutrition, across a large, diverse network.
If you're passionate about advancing nutrition care and empowering teams, we invite you to apply!
What You'll Do
- Drive the development, implementation, and evaluation of Clinical Nutrition Services and programs across Jefferson Health/LVHN
- Travel to sites throughout the LVHN system approximately 80% of the time
- Lead and inspire a team of 70+ dietitians and 5 Clinical Nutrition Managers, fostering professional growth and high performance
- Champion the role of dietitians by empowering them to practice at the top of their credential
- Elevate and maintain Clinicia by recommending evidence-based enhancements, identifying resources, and supporting implementation
- Encourage and empower dietitians to engage in nutritional science research and PI studies
- Develop and refine operating standards, policies, procedures, protocols, and tools to support consistent, high-quality clinical services
- Provide strategic and clinical nutrition leadership to ensure best practices in patient nutrition and compliance with evolving standards
- Lead Performance Improvement and Quality Management initiatives
- Ensure full compliance with The Joint Commission, state regulations, and other regulatory requirements
- Cultivate relationships and strengthen their existing web of influence o propel the Clinicia program forward
- Collaboration of menu development with HealthTouch programmer
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
- Registered Dietitian credentials, acute care clinical experience, and at least 10 years of progressive leadership and managerial experience
- Proven ability to lead large teams, drive program development within service lines, and foster a culture of excellence across the continuum of care
- Exceptional communication, customer service, and time management skills
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize, troubleshoot, and optimize resources to ensure efficient operations
- Deep understanding of regulatory accreditation, readiness, and maintaining standards of care
- Strong financial acumen related to the development of budgets, month-end billing, and cost control procedures
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 Management Experience - 10 years management experienceMinimum Functional Experience - 10 years related functional experience
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Frequently asked questions
This leadership position directly shapes nutrition protocols by guiding a large dietitian team and implementing evidence-based clinical nutrition programs, ensuring consistent, high-quality patient care across multiple hospital campuses within LVHN.
Strong communication skills, strategic vision, and the ability to foster professional growth are vital. The role demands inspiring diverse teams while driving continuous improvements in clinical nutrition services across a complex network.
Candidates eligible for the registration exam before 2024 with a bachelor’s degree and required supervised practice may qualify, but a master’s degree aligned with ACEND standards is generally preferred for this advanced clinical nutrition leadership role.
Salaries typically range between $95,000 and $130,000 annually in Allentown for this managerial healthcare role, reflecting experience, education, and the responsibility of overseeing clinical nutrition across multiple facilities.
Given the presence of major health networks like LVHN, demand for experienced clinical nutrition managers is steady, with competition favoring candidates who combine extensive clinical expertise with strong managerial skills.
Beyond RD/RDN credentials, Pennsylvania facilities often require state licensure and value additional certifications in clinical nutrition management or healthcare quality, ensuring compliance with state and Joint Commission standards.
Sodexo emphasizes diversity, inclusion, and respect, fostering a workplace where employees’ ideas matter. They support career growth and encourage innovation within clinical nutrition, making it appealing for leaders passionate about impact.
The manager enhances Clinicia by recommending evidence-based upgrades and supporting its implementation across the network, ensuring nutritional care aligns with Sodexo’s global clinical standards and improves patient outcomes.
This position uniquely combines extensive travel across 15 hospital campuses, leadership of a large multi-site team, and direct involvement in strategic clinical program development, setting it apart from typical nutrition management roles.
Expect roughly 80% travel to various LVHN locations, engaging with teams, overseeing program implementation, and addressing operational challenges, balanced with strategic planning and administrative leadership tasks back at headquarters.