Clinical DIETITIAN

Job Summary

We are seeking a Clinical Dietitian FT to join our Nutrition Team in an acute care medical center in Bakersfield, CA.

Location
:
Kern Medical Hospital, Bakersfield, CA
Setting
:
Acute care trauma hospital

M-F, rotating weekends

Requirement:
Registered with the Commission on Dietetic Registration

Kern Medical Hospital
- Bakersfield, CA
, an acute care teaching center with 222 beds, offers the only advanced trauma care between Fresno and Los Angeles. We are seeking a Dietitian to join the team, with cross-coverage in NICU. Semi-Remote
- Schedule flexibility offered (4 days onsite/1 day remote).

Salary
: $80,000-$95,000

$10,000.00 sign-on bonus + Relocation offered. Semi-Remote
- Schedule flexibility offered.

We go the extra mile for our Dietitians with benefits designed to support education, career growth, and professional success! Special perks include:

• Education Reimbursement – Financial support for advanced learning
• Career Advancement – Growth programs tailored to RDNs
• Board Certifications – Financial rewards for obtaining specialty certifications
• Relocation Assistance – Support when moving 50+ miles (based on location)
• Professional Membership Dues, CDR, & Licensure Coverage – We cover your professional fees
• Free CEUs – Through our nutrition education webinar series

Why Choose a Career as a Compass Group Dietitian?

Compass Group employs over 3,000 RDNs across the United States, making us one of the nation’s largest employers of Dietitians in a variety of settings:

• Hospitals and healthcare systems
• Senior living communities
• Schools and universities
• Corporate wellness programs
• Food service operations

We offer unmatched opportunities for professional growth:

• Specialization
• Leadership development
• Cross-functional career paths

The company has earned significant recognition, including being named one of Modern Healthcare's "Top 100 Best Places to Work in Healthcare" for five consecutive years, and appearing on Training Magazine’s Top 125 Organizations list for six straight years.

At Compass Group, we prioritize your well-being, work-life balance, and career growth with a comprehensive benefits package:

• Health & Wellness – Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Financial Security – Life insurance, AD&D, and disability coverage
• Retirement Ready – 401(k) and retirement plans to invest in your future
• Time Off – Flexible/Paid Time Off and holiday pay (varies by site/state), Paid Parental Leave, Personal Leave
• Exclusive Perks – Shopping discounts, commuter benefits, and more
• Wellness & Support – Employee Assistance Program, FSAs, and health programs
• Protection Plans – Identity Theft Protection and pet insurance

Job Responsibilities

• Provides medical nutrition therapy including nutrition assessment, diet modification, nutrition education, and intervention for the patient population
• Follows all guidelines as outlined within the Company Diet Manual and the Clinical Nutrition Policies & Procedures Manual
• Complies with all regulatory standards to include federal, state, and accrediting agencies while adhering to facility confidentiality, HIPAA regulations, and patient rights policies
• Trains and mentors patient services staff and interns as applicable
• Participates in patient satisfaction programs, departmental meetings, and facility wide Quality Assurance/Performance Improvement programs

Qualifications

• Credentialed as a Registered Dietitian by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)
• Licensed by the State Dietetics Licensing/Credentialing Board, in states where required
• One (1) year of hospital experience, preferred
• Possess the necessary skills to effectively utilize Microsoft office applications, electronic medical record & diet office systems, and nutrient analysis programming

Apply to Compass Group today!

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Compass Group maintains a drug-free workplace.