Registered Dietitian (Contract) - Perinatal & Postpartum Nutrition Support

Work Schedule

This is a remote, contract position working 5-10 hours a week. The schedule is based on your availability to accept scheduled visits and group classes. You are responsible for being present on our platforms at those provided times.

Responsibilities

• Deliver individualized perinatal and postpartum nutrition education via scheduled, virtual visits.
• Facilitate scheduled, virtual group classes for perinatal and postpartum nutrition, equipping mothers with essential knowledge for managing pregnancy and optimizing health outcomes.
• Ensure clear and precise documentation for all care interactions.
• Adhere to our policies and procedures to maintain the highest standard of care for our members.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Registered Dietitian (RD) and credentialed by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).
• Current licensure to practice in Tennessee (licensure in other states, e.g., Maryland, and DC is a plus!).
• Demonstrated experience in providing medical nutrition therapy to perinatal and postpartum individuals managing conditions such as diabetes, hypertension or preeclampsia, inadequate weight gain, and anemia.
• Experience serving families eligible for Medicaid, SNAP, or WIC programs.
• Exceptional listening and communication skills, including proficiency in motivational interviewing techniques and the ability to provide practical, culturally sensitive guidance with empathy.
• Excellent organizational skills and proven ability to manage multiple priorities, such as member visits and messages, in a fast-paced environment.
• Access to reliable home internet.
• Tech-savvy; proficient in using EHR and messaging platforms for documentation and communication.

Nice to Haves

• IBCLC certification with relevant hospital or outpatient experience.
• Proficiency in navigating and documenting within AthenaOne EHR.
• Fluent in Spanish.
• Experience in a startup environment or strong adaptability to a fast-evolving organization.