Clinical Nutrition Director

Job DescriptionRole OverviewGrow your career and develop a team that shares your desire to make a difference.Sodexo is seeking an experienced Registered Dietitian to serve as Director of Clinical Nutrition at NYC Health + Hospitals/Harlem, a 268‑bed teaching hospital and trauma center located in Manhattan, NY. As a vital part of the city’s largest public healthcare system, Harlem Hospital Center delivers essential, high‑quality care to a diverse patient population and is proudly affiliated with Columbia Medical School, supporting both clinical excellence and professional growth.What You'll Dosupervise a team of 11 dietitians across inpatient and outpatient settings, as well as diet office staff;drive Performance Improvement and Quality Management projects;oversee rollout of department programs and initiatives, as necessary;facilitate local community and wellness initiatives;provide training and education to the food service staff, as well as interdisciplinary healthcare professionals; be the primary liaison with medical and nursing staff and represent the department on hospital wide committees; andserve in a leadership role on the Food and Nutrition Services team and assist in operational management as needed.What We OfferBenefitsCompensation 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 Programs401(k) Plan with Matching ContributionsPaid Time Off and Company HolidaysCareer Growth Opportunities and Tuition ReimbursementMore extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.What You BringRegistered Dietitian credentials with acute care experience and a great clinical knowledge base;proven supervisory or management experience;excellent communication, leadership and customer service skills; experience with regulatory accreditation and establishing and maintaining standards of care; anda strong commitment to excellence in all aspects of patient care.Who We AreAt 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 & RequirementsMinimum 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 RequirementMeets 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 hireMinimum Management Experience: 6 years experience of planning, managing and organizing resources within short/medium timeframes within the overall policy frameworkMinimum Functional Experience: 5 years as experienced specialized practitioner able to work unsupervised and provide professional supervision to specialists.