Associate Registered Dietitian- Level 1
Nutrition Instincts has plans to grow over the next year. We have a rolling RD opening. We’ve also updated our description below. Please review the requirements carefully. We look forward to hearing from you!
Summary + Nutrition Instincts Values
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Summary
The Associate Dietitian is responsible for providing evidence-based and evidence informed nutrition counseling, education and medical nutrition therapy to patients in accordance with Nutrition Instincts values and policies.
Nutrition Instincts Team Values
Trust | Authenticity | Leadership | Mindfulness | Competency | Clarity |
We believe that nutrition care is most effective when experienced in safe connection with others. Our team strives to earn trust and build rapport and connection before offering recommendations. We know that people with eating disorders and any eating or feeding challenge are resourceful and smart and we strive to make sure our clients feel seen, heard and respected. We believe that this kind of care can only be provided when the provider is also supported, seen and heard.
At Nutrition Instincts, we know that our employees aren’t looking for just a job. They’re looking for a place where they can make a difference in people’s lives, practice ethical care, pursue professional growth and be part of a passionate and motivated team. Oh and still have room and energy to live their lives! Supported, balanced and fulfilled employees provide the BEST care so our goal is to maintain a healthy work environment. If this resonates with you, please apply!
Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Provide evidence-based and evidence-informed nutrition counseling and medical nutrition therapy to patients in accordance with Nutrition Instincts values and policies.
- Run educational support groups for clients on behalf of the practice.
- Maintain thorough and accurate documentation in the practice EHR program – relevant medical updates, session topics, goals/session objectives, relevant communication and referrals with/to providers.
- Communicate with other service providers on cases when relevant in a timely and professional manner.
- Undergo regular supervision with the owner and team, attend team meetings (in-person or via zoom/phone as needed) and participate in practice continuing education and personal growth projects as reasonably requested.
- Develop education, client handouts, presentations, and other practice materials as requested.
- Write blogs as assigned.
- Conduct client inquiry calls when requested.
- Employ strong problem-solving skills, critical thinking, case conceptualization, and time management
Required Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in nutrition (or related subject if didactic work was completed in addition to degree)
- Completed dietetic internship and exam prior to hire.
- Registered Dietitian, current registration with CDR and maintenance of continuing education requirements
- 1+ years experience working with people with eating disorders and/or feeding disorders
- Display a commitment to continuing education and professional development in eating disorders
- Must have NPI number and completed CAQH profile prior to hire (owner can answer questions and input practice info at time of hire)
Preferred Education and Experience
- Experience working at an eating disorder treatment center under any title
- Eating disorder, pediatric and/or ARFID experience in any setting
- Training and/or understanding of responsive feeding and the Nuerodiversity Affirming Model® developed by Naureen Hunani, RD
- Regular attendance at training and conferences related to specialties
- Completed at least one formal training in eating disorders such as Marci Evan’s eating disorder training or EDRDPro trainings
- Interest our specialties outside of eating disorder care– child feeding, ARFID, diabetes, perinatal wellness
Position Type & Expected Hours of Work
Monday-Friday with some weekends as needed. Must have afternoon hours and at least 1 evening (no later than 7pm for last session) available for a part-time role.
Part-time employees are expected to have availability of 3 days per week and maintain 13-15 client-facing hours per week. Starting schedule will be less with the goal to work up to a 3-day schedule. That timeline will be discussed on an individual basis. Ideally this role works up to a full time position where salary and benefits will be offered. Full time is considered a caseload of 25-30 client facing hours per week.
Must be available for 1 hour team meeting/supervision every Wednesday at 12:00pm PST. Please do apply if you meet other criteria but this time doesn’t work for you.
Compensation and Benefits
- W2 Employee
- Opportunities to advance in the company and increase compensation
- Sick leave, available after 90 days of employment, potential to accrue up to 80 hours
- Liability insurance covered
- Weekly supervision meetings
- Training opportunities
- CEU benefits that renew annually after the first 6 months of employment
- Home office stipend if working from home
- Flexible hours
- Flexible location – work from home and in-office opportunities
- Work within an approach you’re aligned with
- Minimal tasks related to billing and insurance matters
- Join a supportive team that works towards providing the best weight inclusive, person-centered, trauma informed care across our various specialties
- Rewarding long-term work with clients, see growth and progress
We encourage those with marginalized identities to apply!
We encourage those with marginalized identities to apply! Nutrition Instincts provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This job is not for someone who...
Is not fully committed to HAES©/weight inclusive care
Is not interested in engaging in supervision with clinical leads
Is not a team player
Is not interested in growing and learning in our specialties
Currently has their own private practice. We’ll cheer you on though!
Office Assistant and Client Care Coordinator
Summary + Nutrition Instincts Values
Nutrition Instincts, Inc is private nutrition group practice in San Diego, CA. We are seeking a Virtual Assistant to support and collaborate with our team. This is a part-time, hourly position. We’re searching for someone who can invest in our team for the long term.
Candidates should consider themselves a self-starter, have the ability to work independently and take initiative with minimal direction once fully trained, and value efficiency in their work.
This position does involve direct interaction with clients so an engaging and welcoming personality is essential!
About us: Nutrition Instinct’s mission is to help clients reduce stress and guilt around food and movement by restoring their trust in their bodies, taking weight obsession out of the equation and re-defining health and self-care so that each person and family can truly thrive. Our approach is highly personalized and rooted in weight inclusive and trauma informed approaches. With that in mind, we provide nutrition support through a mental health lens for all around well-being. We believe that a team that is supported and valued provides the best care so not only will you be a supported team member, your role will be imperative to the practice providing the best care possible for the entire client journey.
A Quick Summary of this Opportunity:
- Manage and improve client inquiries via online form and phone, match clients to the proper clinician, schedule initial assessment and make sure client is prepared for their session.
- Answer insurance questions and provide support when needed to ensure benefit info is correct, referrals are received and prior auths are properly requested and completed
- Follow up and resolve the occasional claim denial (~3-6 per quarter)
- Submit claims via our EHR and manually when needed
- Request prior authorizations, communicate with medical groups, track and request units, request re-auths prior to auth expiration, input payments received via check or vcard
- Monitor admin fax and email and assist owner with email management, scheduling appointments, responding to certain inquiries, as requested
- Facilitate practice content schedule, keep it on track and assist with editing and publishing blog content and other materials
- Assist with newsletter creation and distribution and other email marketing in collaboration with owner
- Track KPI’s and business metrics and assist with improving systems, practice efficiency, inquiry conversations, policies
- Be proficient using software like google drive, Simple Practice, Click Up, Dock Healthcare (or a quick learner and willing to try out new software) and be willing to assist with practice EHR switch from Simple Practice to IntakeQ
- Other tasks as needed
- Local hire in San Diego is preferred but not required
- Role is hybrid – mostly remote with 1-3 hours a week in office
- 5-10+ hours per week to start with room for growth (feedback will be welcome on hours needed to complete requested tasks). Availability must be during regular business hours and flexible throughout the week to respond to client inquiries and other tasks as they come in
Required Education and Experience
- Be self-motivated and self-directed
- A positive attitude and willingness to work together as part of a team
- Have an eagerness for ongoing learning and professional growth
- Have strong interpersonal skills as well as written and verbal communication skills
- Have high standards of personal and professional integrity and ethics, with the ability to practice a high level of confidentiality regarding clients and practice
- Experience with Google Analytics and Google My Business, EHRs like Simple Practice, email marketing software ( convertkit), social media (Instagram/LinkedIn), publishing and editing in wordpress
- Experience with insurance and practice management (required)
Compensation and Benefits
- Potential for increase in hours
- Flexible hours
- Flexible location – work from home and in-office opportunities
- Join a supportive team that works towards providing the best weight inclusive, person-centered, trauma informed care across our various specialties
To apply please email your resume and a loom video introducing yourself and giving examples of why you’re a good fit for this role to Lindsay at lindsay at nutritioninstincts.com
