Talent.com
Contra Costa County
DietitianContra Costa County • Martinez, CA
Dietitian

Dietitian

Contra Costa County • Martinez, CA
30+ days ago
Salary
$70,015.32–$85,104.12 yearly
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description
The Position
The Contra Costa County Health Services Department is offering an excellent career opportunity for qualified individuals interested in the Dietitian position for the Nutritional Services Program at the Contra Costa Regional Medical Center.

Dietitians provide nutrition education to individuals and groups and will plan, implement, and evaluate a nutritional care program for hospital and health center patients. Duties also include working with patients, physicians, food service personnel, and other health care team members for the provisions of optimal nutrition care. Additionally, Dietitians gather information from appropriate sources to make nutritional assessments that are then used to develop a plan for patient nutrition health care. Dietitians also observe patients and family members for nutritional information, monitor and record health care data and review charts to maintain quality assurance. The successful incumbent will be responsible for identifying patients requiring nutrition intervention and developing menu plans. Dietitians may also be required to work on weekends and on an on-call basis.

We are looking for someone who has:
  • Ability to accurately assess, diagnose and treat nutrition-related conditions
  • Knowledge of dietetics and hospital food services and practices
  • Knowledge of nutrition requirements for a wide variety of patients
Characteristics of the ideal candidate:
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with a strong ability to work in a team environment
  • Attention to detail and excellent observation skills ensuring that nutritional assessments are completed
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to identify nutrition requirements for a wide variety of patients and accommodate cultural and linguistic differences
Read the complete job description at www.cccounty.us/hr.
The eligible list established from this recruitment may remain in effect for six (6) months.

TENTATIVE EXAM DATE
Tentative Training and Experience Evaluation: Periodically Until Filled Typical Tasks
  • Compiles relevant information from appropriate sources to make nutritional assessments of high risk patients
  • Observes and interviews patients and family members for nutritional information
  • Develops and implements a plan for the provision of optimal nutrition care
  • Develops educational materials and provides nutrition education and consultation to individuals and groups, and evaluates effectiveness
  • Identifies and prioritizes patients requiring nutrition intervention
  • Develops menu patterns for individuals in accordance with physicians' orders
  • Monitors and records data in the nutrition care plan and charts the nutritional progress of individuals
  • Participates in interdisciplinary nutrition support rounds
  • Updates and participates in the development of nutrition policies and procedures
  • Provides in-service reviews on a quarterly basis to maintain quality assurance
  • Provides in-service training to Nutritional Services staff and other health care team members
  • Participates in orienting resident physicians to the role of nutrition in patient care
  • Assigns nutrition care related tasks to appropriate personnel and coordinates the performance of these tasks
  • Continuously evaluates the effectiveness of clinical nutrition care services
  • Conducts special studies and projects as assigned
Minimum Qualifications Certification: Current Certificate of Registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration, the credentialing for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
OR
2a. Successful completion of an Accredited Dietetic Internship Program; AND 2b. Proof of acceptance for admission to the next scheduled examination for Registered Dietitian by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. (Must successfully pass the examination prior to appointment date).

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: A background investigation/fingerprint and/or physical exam may be required prior to the start of employment.
**Please be sure to attach proof to your application so your application will not get rejected.** Selection Process

1. Application Filing: All applicants must apply on-line at www.cccounty.us/hr and submit the information as indicated on the job announcement by the final filing date. A completed supplemental questionnaire is required at the time of applying.

2. Application Evaluation: Depending on the number of applications received, an Application Evaluation Board may be convened to evaluate and select the best-qualified candidates for invitation to the next phase of the examination.

3. Training and Experience Evaluation: Consists of an evaluation of each candidate's relevant education, training and/or experience as presented on the application and supplemental questionnaire. (Weighted 100%)

Candidates must receive a score of at least 70, which may be an adjusted score, in order to be ranked on the employment list.

The Human Resources Department may change the examination steps noted above in accordance with the Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices.

CONVICTION HISTORY After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment. DISASTER SERVICE WORKER All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identify, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

To find more information on Benefits offered by Contra Costa County, please go to https://www.contracosta.ca.gov/1343/Employee-Benefits

Create a job alert for this search

Dietitian • Martinez, CA

Similar jobs

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Tampico Healthcare CenterWalnut Creek, California, US
Part-time

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) - Part-Time.Do not pass up this chance, apply quickly if your experience and skills match what is in the following description.The highest standard... Show more

 • Promoted • New!

Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) SNF - Fremont, CA

Relient HealthFremont, CA, United States
Full-time +1

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Fremont, CA.Reliant Health is currently seeking a compassionate and skilled Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to work in a Skill... Show more

 • Promoted

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician Needed in California

CHG HealthcareFremont, CA, US
Full-time

Fremont is a city in California's San Francisco Bay Area.It is the fourth most populous city in the Bay Area, behind San Jose, San Francisco, and Oakland.Your specialty-specific CompHealth rep plac... Show more

 • Promoted

Physiatry/Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician

Ascend Medical StaffingVacaville, California, US
Full-time

Psychiatrists needed in CA! Do you have limited availability? That's will work! Let's talk about the details! Help needed in the following cities! Stockton Tehachapi Vacaville Diamond Bar San Luis... Show more

 • Promoted

Kitchen Leader

Chipotle Mexican GrillVacaville, CA, United States
Full-time

CULTIVATE A BETTER WORLD Food served fast does not have to be a typical fast-food experience.Chipotle has always done things differently, both in and out of our restaurants.We are changing the fac... Show more

 • Promoted

Clinical Dietitian

eTeam IncFairfield, California, United States
Full-time
Quick Apply

Days we need are Saturday, Sunday and Monday.If there is a possibility of adding some Fridays, that would be ideal but Sat, Sun, Mon are the critical days. Show more

Veterinarian - Medical Director

National Veterinary AssociatesVACAVILLE, California, United States
$150,000.00 yearly
Permanent

Veterinarian Opportunity – Medical Director.Clinical excellence with leadership support—at your pace.Vacaville Animal Care Center – Vacaville, CA.Vacaville Animal Care Center is seeking a veterinar... Show more

 • Promoted

Clinical Program Director

Evolve Adolescent Behavioral HealthWalnut Creek, CA, United States
Full-time

Hybrid – 4 days a week on-Site, one day WFH (after 90 days of employment).About Evolve Treatment Centers:.Evolve offers the best in therapy and recovery options for residential and outpatient treat... Show more

 • Promoted

Therapy / Rehab - PTA

Axis Medical StaffingSan Ramon, CA, United States
Full-time

TOP RANKED TRAVEL NURSING COMPANY IN THE NATION BY BLUEPIPES.Ready for your next adventure? Axis Medical Staffing, one of the leading Travel Nursing Companies in the nation, has an immediate shift ... Show more

 • Promoted

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Inpatient Acute Rehab

Accountable Healthcare StaffingSan Ramon, CA, United States
Full-time

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Inpatient Acute Rehab.Specialty: Inpatient Acute Rehab.Weekly *Rate is comprised of taxable hourly rate, specifically including if applicable, nontaxable (housi... Show more

 • Promoted

**New** Nurse Practitioner in Fairfield $150k+

Optigy GroupFairfield, CA, US
Full-time

Nurse Practitioner - Break Out of Transactional Primary Care.Hybrid | Full-Time | Fairfield, CA.Tired of rushed visits and transactional care? This is an opportunity to step into a more focused, hi... Show more

 • Promoted

Pediatrics Outpatient (Per Diem) in Napa

The Permanente Medical Group, Inc. - N.CaliforniaElmira, CA, US
Full-time

Leading the future of health care.Kaiser Permanente / The Permanente Medical Group.BE/BC Pediatrician (Per Diem) to join our team in Napa, CA.Pediatrics Per Diem range is $146 to $150 per hour.The ... Show more

 • Promoted

COTA / Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Rehabilitation in DANVILLE, CA

Ardor Health SolutionsDanville, CA, United States
Full-time

COTA / Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Rehabilitation in DANVILLE, CA.Ardor Health Solutions is looking for a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our travel team in a SNF UNIT... Show more

 • Promoted

Associate Biostatistics Director

ExelixisFremont, CA, United States
Temporary

Applies extensive technical expertise and experience to provide written and verbal recommendations on statistical issues, design and conduct of clinical trials of all phases.Uses initiative to deve... Show more

 • Promoted • New!

Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant | Up to $1,613/week

Mas Medical StaffingWalnut Creek, CA, United States
Full-time

Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant, Walnut Creek, California.We're looking for a Physical Therapist Assistant in Walnut Creek, California for a full-time contract position.Monday-Friday shifts w... Show more

 • Promoted

Travel Allied, Therapy, Nursing Jobs

Anders Group, LLCHayward, CA, United States
Full-time

Travel Allied, Therapy, And Nursing Jobs/h2pChoose your preferred criteria to search our job openings, then click the Search button.Once your results are displayed, you can set up a job alert by se... Show more

 • Promoted

Dietitian

Davita Inc.Vacaville, California, United States
Full-time

Parker Street, Vacaville, California, 956883913, United States of America.We are looking for a Registered Dietitian to join our amazing Vacaville team.You'll be a part of a Team that values work-li... Show more

 • Promoted

**New** Nurse Practitioner in Fairfield $150k+

OptigyFairfield, CA, US
Full-time

Nurse Practitioner - Break Out of Transactional Primary Care.Hybrid | Full-Time | Fairfield, CA.Tired of rushed visits and transactional care? This is an opportunity to step into a more focused, hi... Show more

 • Promoted

Biology Private Tutoring Jobs Fairfield

SuperprofFairfield, California, US
Full-time +1

Superprof is the leading tutoring platform in the USA, connecting passionate individuals with eager learners.We operate in over 41 countries, making education accessible to everyone, everywhere.Sup... Show more

 • Promoted

Travel Physical Therapy Assistant

Medical SolutionsConcord, CA, US
Full-time

Medical Solutions is seeking an experienced Physical Therapy Assistant for an exciting Travel Allied job in Concord, CA.Shift: 5x8 hr days Start Date: 06/01/2026 Duration: 13 weeks.A facility in Co... Show more