Lead Dietitian
Company: Encompass Health
Location: Melrose
Posted on: February 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Encompass Health Corporation, a leader in integrated healthcare
services, is seeking a dedicated and experienced Lead Dietitian for
our comprehensive network that includes inpatient rehabilitation
hospitals, home health agencies, and hospice services. The Lead
Dietitian will play an essential role in developing nutritional
programs tailored to the needs of our diverse patient population,
ensuring the delivery of exceptional care that supports recovery
and health optimization. With a commitment to personalized,
facility-based, and home-based care, this role is integral to our
mission of setting the standard in comprehensive integrated
healthcare services. Develop and supervise the nutritional aspects
of patient care across both facility-based and home-based settings.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare
professionals to integrate and optimize patient dietary care plans.
Conduct patient assessments and create personalized nutrition
strategies to aid in recovery and health maintenance. Lead, mentor,
and manage a team of dietitians and nutritionists within the
organization. Stay updated on the latest nutritional science
research and integrate evidence-based practices into patient care.
Organize training and development sessions for department staff on
the latest dietary care procedures and technologies. Ensure
compliance with all healthcare regulations and standards related to
dietetics and nutrition. Expert knowledge of clinical dietetics and
nutrition management. Strong leadership, organizational, and
communication skills. Ability to develop and implement personalized
and effective nutritional programs. Proficient in the use of
dietary analysis software and electronic health records. Medical
Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance 401k Registered
Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) certified by the Commission on
Dietetic Registration. Certified Nutrition Support Clinician (CNSC)
preferred.
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