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Unit Description:  How far will your ambition, talent and dedication take you?  Sodexo is seeking a Registered Dietitian for a Clinical Nutrition Manager position at Huntington Hospital a 620 bed acute hospital located in Pasadena, CA. Sodexo Offers:Starting off with 4 weeks' vacation personal days and paid Holidays!Reimbursement for AND dues, state licensure fees, certifications and CDR renewal!Money toward continuing education events!Up to $5000 tuition reimbursement annually!  Reporting to the General Manager, in this role you will:Be responsible for managing the Clinical Nutrition Department with clinical responsibilities including; serving on committees, managing an outstanding and experienced team of up to 17 Registered Dietitians, the diet office and work closely with the management team;Oversee care of the patient population ranging from NICU to geriatrics and the Registered Dietitians, a very strong team of specialists providing both inpatient and outpatient services;Serve as a strong leader for the Clinical Nutrition Services team, managing and providing clinical support to the team while working in conjunction with the team of Sodexo management;Be responsible for the provision, integrity, and integration of nutrition therapy services, as well as the leadership of individuals who implement these functions on a daily basis;Train, mentor and supervise the team of dietitians;Meet DOH/state/federal and company standards:Represent the Food & Nutrition Department as the primary liaison with the medical and nursing staff. Is this opportunity right for you? The ideal candidate will have/be:A Registered Dietitian with management experience in acute care and at least 3 years as a lead dietitian or clinical nutrition manager;Able to work in a fast paced environment and manage multiple priorities and prior experience with room service is preferredA strong leader and have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written;The ability to creatively problem solve, work independently with minimal supervision and make decisions while working within a self-directed and team-oriented work environment;Excellent interpersonal skills to make every day a better day for our clients and residents;A passion for driving and improving the patient experience for the population we serve;Willingness to participate in various patient satisfaction initiatives.  Learn more: a legally recognized exception, Huntington Hospital requires a COVID-19 vaccine to work at this location. Not the job for you?At Sodexo, we offer Nutrition and Wellness positions in a variety of business segments, including Schools, Universities, Health Care, Personal and Home Health Services, and Senior Living locations across the United States. Continue your search for Nutrition jobs. Working for Sodexo:How far will your ambition, talent and dedication take you? Sodexo fosters a culture committed to the growth of individuals through continuous learning, mentoring and career growth opportunities. What We Offer: Sodexo offers fair and equitable compensation, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. While the budgeted range for the position is posted, Sodexo salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education and training. Qualifications & Requirements: Basic Education Requirement:   Bachelor's degree with completion of required coursework and supervised practice as dictated by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) (Note: For those seeking registration after 2023, a master's degree will be required) Basic Management Experience: 6 years experience of planning, managing and organizing resources within short/medium timeframes within the overall policy framework Basic Functional Experience: 5 years as experienced specialized practitioner  able to work unsupervised and provide professional supervision to specialists. Credentials Requirement:Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RD/RDN) by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)Certification/licensure as required by state(s) of practiceSpecialty credential in area(s) of focused management practice, as applicableSodexo is an EEO/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.