Dietitian - Main Campus

Northwest Specialty Hospital is seeking a compassionate, patient-focused Registered Dietitian to support our Inpatient Unit and Northwest Digestive Center!

Experience or a demonstrated interest in weight management programs is highly desirable.

The dietitian provides medical nutritional therapy for outpatients and inpatients of Northwest Specialty Hospital. This position is responsible for assessing patients' nutritional status, developing a plan of care, and periodically evaluating and modifying patients' diets as required for optimal outcomes. Educates patients and their families on various nutritional concepts and therapeutic diets. The dietitian also works with the dietary department, doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement a nutritional plan of care to improve and manage chronic diseases such as diabetes, obesity, hypertension, heart disease, and other conditions like digestive issues and prediabetes. Provides education to patients and families regarding the disease of diabetes, diabetes medications, glucose testing/monitoring, and demonstrates adequate communication with physicians and members of the healthcare team.

Qualifications and Preferred Experience:

• Minimum of a bachelor's degree in dietetics or a nutrition-related field
• Registered Dietitian (RD) with the Commission on Dietetic Registration
• Weight management experience preferred
• Licensed to practice as an RD with the Idaho State Board of Medicine
• Demonstrates planning and organization skills and handles multiple projects simultaneously. Ability to prioritize, organize, and delegate tasks.
• Demonstrates critical thinking; Uses logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Ability to achieve a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 6 months of hire is required
• 1-3 years of experience as a dietitian is required

About Northwest Specialty Hospital:

Northwest Specialty Hospital is widely known for being a center of excellence and is proudly owned and operated by local physicians. The physicians have invested personally, professionally, and financially in the care of the patients and the staff. They have dedicated their lives to creating a hospital that allows them to practice on their terms and do what's best for patients. Northwest Specialty Hospital includes 12 operating rooms and 28 inpatient beds, along with a variety of clinics and services throughout Kootenai County that span multiple specialties.

Northwest Specialty Hospital has earned numerous awards for patient care, surgical skill, medical care, and employee satisfaction. Northwest Specialty Hospital has been recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in the Inland Northwest for seven consecutive years!! Companies throughout Washington and Idaho were selected based on employee feedback about benefits, work environment, job satisfaction, and other factors. We continue to receive this distinguished honor based on our great company culture, patient-focused approach, and robust benefits package!

Some of our amazing perks and benefits offered to employees are:

• Company-sponsored events such as sporting events, BBQs, and holiday parties
• Comprehensive health care coverage with options for Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance (for benefit-eligible positions)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Growth opportunities, ongoing education, training, and leadership courses
• A generous 401K retirement plan
• A variety of discounts throughout the hospital and community are available to employees
• Wellness benefits offered to staff such as: weight loss challenge and discount gym memberships
• Culture that promotes and supports work/life balance

Northwest Specialty Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.