2 Education jobs in Tamaqua

**Role Overview**
Sodexo is seeking a part-time (24 hours/week - flexible schedule) Registered Dietitian for an **Outpatient Diabetes Education** position at Lehigh Valley Health Network in **Hazleton** (2 days/wk) **and Lehighton** (1 day/wk), **PA** . This is a great opportunity to work with other skilled Diabetes Educators at the AADE accredited Diabetes and Endocrinology Center, where quality patient care is the top priority. CDCES is NOT required; candidates should have a strong interest in diabetes care.
Reimbursement for AND dues, state licensure fees and CDR renewal
Paid vacation, personal time, and holidays
Reimbursement for continuing education events
Career advancement opportunities with Sodexo's Clinical Career Ladder
**What You'll Do**
+ Empower clients to achieve life-changing goals who are currently experiencing diabetes
+ Provide individualized education to clients through evidence-based nutrition care in the specialized area of diabetes (80% of the time).
+ Provide education to general medical nutrition therapy patients (20% of the time)
+ Provide insulin pump and glucose monitor training to patients
+ Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to recommend, implement, and monitor nutrition interventions with overall improvement in clinical outcomes
+ Provide professional staff education to ensure the safe management and care of clients and families
+ Participate in quality improvement projects and regulatory compliance within the department
**What We Offer**
Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:
+ Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
+ 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
+ Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
+ Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement
More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.
**What You Bring**
+ Registered Dietitian licensed in Pennsylvania
+ Experience in providing education to people with diabetes
+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with clients and interdisciplinary team members at all levels
+ Proven ability to effectively engage, motivate and influence others regarding their nutrition
+ Commitment to continued education in the nutrition field and implementation of new and innovative ideas
**Who We Are**
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.
Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you're happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please completethis form ( .
**Qualifications & Requirements**
Minimum Education Requirement:
Master's degree with completion of required coursework and supervised practice as dictated by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND)
For those eligible for the registration exam prior to 1/1/24:
Bachelor's degree with completion of required coursework and supervised practice as dictated by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND)
Credentials Requirement:
Meets eligibility requirements for Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RD/RDN) by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) and will become registered within 120 days of hire. In some states and/or facilities the RD/RDN credentials is required at the time of hire
Certification/licensure as required by state(s) of practice. In some states and/or facilities state certification/licensure is required at the time of hire
Minimum Functional Experience - 3 years experienced practitioner able to work with minimal supervision
**Location** _US-PA-Hazleton | US-PA-LEHIGHTON_
**System ID** _982318_
**Category** _Nutrition_
**Employment Status** _Part-Time_
_Exempt_
**Posted Range** _$54100 to $81950_
**Company : Segment Desc** _HOSPITALS_
_On-Site_