Clinical Dietitian

If you are a certified registered dietitian and have a passion for helping military veterans, we encourage you to apply for our Clinical Dietitian position at the Department of Veterans Affairs (DMVA), Delaware Valley Veterans' Home. Not only will you have the chance to utilize your expertise and training, but you will also have the unique opportunity to positively impact the lives of those who have bravely served our county. Do not miss out on this incredible chance to make a difference and work with military veterans.

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In this position, you will be responsible for evaluating and maintaining diet programs for residents and other individuals at the facility. This work involves planning and organizing nutritional care, preparing and modifying dietary plans in accordance with physician's orders and nutrition standards, and ensuring variety and quality in the menu options. You are also responsible for organizing nutritional assessments, discharge summaries, and making recommendations for food purchasing, finance, and quality assurance. This role requires a high level of initiative and the ability to utilize independent judgement. Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment (37.5 hours per week)
• Work hours are 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. You may be required to work evenings and weekends as needed.
• Overtime and travel as operationally necessary
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Special Requirement:

• You must possess certification as a Registered Dietitian as defined by the Commission on Registration of the American Dietetic Association; or proof of eligibility for such certification.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination.
• This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act.
  • Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.