Dietitian (Advanced Level Practice)

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Department of Veterans Affairs
26 days ago
Bronx, New York$105K - $137KFull TimeNutritioninNot on LinkedIn
✓ No Weekends

Job Description

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible

This position qualifies for federal student loan forgiveness. After 10 years of qualifying payments while working full-time for a nonprofit employer, the remaining balance on your Direct Loans may be forgiven.

About the Role

This is an Advanced Level Practice Dietitian position at the James J. Peters VA Medical Center in Bronx, NY. The role involves comprehensive nutrition assessments for Veterans using the Nutrition Care Process under an expanded scope of practice.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments.
  • Lead multi-disciplinary teams developing nutrition services and policies.
  • Provide consultative services on advanced therapies and research.
  • Develop and monitor practice-specific benchmarks.
  • Lead implementation of nutrition initiatives.
  • Lead staff training and competency development.
  • Conduct nutrition research and present findings.

Requirements

  • Advanced level dietitian qualifications.
  • Experience with Nutrition Care Process.
  • No supervisory responsibilities.
  • Credentialing and suitability clearance required.

Benefits & Compensation

  • Salary range: $105,481 to $137,128 per year.
  • Permanent federal appointment.
  • Full benefits package including health, dental, vision.
  • Federal retirement benefits (FERS pension).

Work Schedule

  • Full-time position.
  • No explicit call, weekend, or night shift requirements stated.
  • Fixed schedule assumed.

This position offers a stable federal career with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits. It is ideal for dietitians seeking to work in a VA setting with advanced practice responsibilities.

Benefits & Perks

Full benefits package
Permanent appointment
Non-sensitive position
Credentialing and suitability process
6.0

Burnout Score

Top 50%

Protective Factors (1)

No weekends (57% ↓ work-life conflict)

Interpretation: Position includes 1 validated protective factor against burnout.

Job Details

Employment Type

Full-time

Posted

26d ago