Registered Dietitian - Physician's Clinic
Listed compensation
$27-$30/hr
The week · per this posting
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
- Job Location: Owensboro, KY 42301
- Position Type: Part Time
- Education Level: Bachelor's degree
- Salary Range: $27.00 - $30.00 Hourly
- Travel Percentage: Frequent
- Job Shift: Day
Job Summary
Responsible for providing services to include, but not limited to: complete nutritional assessments, provide quarterly kitchen inspections, perform menu spreading, and assist with menus as requested.
Services are provided to the following programs in a seven county area: RVBH Hospital, Crisis Stabilization Unit, Psychiatric Residential Treat Facilities (2), Residential Chemical Dependency Program, Therapeutic Rehabilitation Program, Strategic Partnerships Residential Program, and Henderson and IL II (Beaver Dam) Group Homes, and NM Solutions..
Essential Functions: Assesses nutritional needs of new admissions and long-term clients, as indicated. Inspects kitchen and food storage area. Provides input into food preparation, service, and storage to assure that federal and state guidelines are being met. Performs menu reviews and spreading of menus.
In-services of current employees, as well as new hires. Communicates with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare staff regarding the nutritional needs of patients. Fosters collaborative working relationships among members of the leadership and management teams and programs. Other duties as assigned.
Registered Dietician Education and Experience: Bachelor’s Degree Required LICENSURE/ CERTIFICATION: Licensed as a Registered Dietitian in Kentucky Knowledge and Skills:
MANDT: No
- Valid Driver’s License: Yes
- CPR/ First Aid: No
Key Responsibilities
The Registered Dietitian is responsible for conducting nutritional assessments, performing kitchen inspections, and managing menu planning across multiple healthcare facilities. They also provide staff training and collaborate with medical teams to ensure patient nutritional needs are met according to state and federal guidelines.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree and be a licensed Registered Dietitian in the state of Kentucky. A valid driver's license is required due to the frequent travel between the seven-county service area.
Qualifications
- Education
- Bachelor degree
Key Skills
Dietitian Career Context
Of the 40 active Clinical Nutrition listings this role was benchmarked against, 35% are remote, 20% have no call, 75% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Kentucky is 90.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.6% of Kentucky clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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