Registered Dietician at Quality Healthcare Group, Inc Registered Dietician at Quality Healthcare Group, Inc in Glenolden, Pennsylvania Posted in 18 days ago.

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Quality Healthcare Group, Inc. | Glenolden, PA (Delaware County) | Full-Time / Part-Time / PRN About Us Quality Healthcare Group, Inc. (QHCG) is a CARF-accredited human services organization based in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, providing home health and community-based services to individuals across the lifespan. We are committed to delivering person-centered, high-quality care that promotes independence and quality of life for the individuals we serve. Our services span Title 28 home health (Chapters 601/611), residential habilitation, and intellectual/developmental disability (IDD) support under Title 55 (Chapters 6100/6400), as well as OLTL/Community HealthChoices waiver programs. Position Summary We are seeking a credentialed Registered Dietitian (RD) to provide medical nutrition therapy and dietary consultation services to individuals in their home and community settings. The ideal candidate has experience working with medically complex patients and/or individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in a home health or residential habilitation environment. This role involves conducting nutritional assessments, developing individualized nutrition care plans, addressing dysphagia-related dietary needs in collaboration with the SLP, and educating individuals, caregivers, and DSP staff on nutrition-related health promotion and disease management. The RD at QHCG plays a vital role in supporting holistic, person-centered care across all service lines. Key Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive nutritional assessments in the home setting, including dietary history, anthropometric measurements, laboratory value review, and functional eating evaluationsDevelop and implement individualized Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) plans addressing chronic disease management, weight management, malnutrition, enteral nutrition, food allergies/intolerances, and other nutrition-related conditionsCollaborate with the Speech-Language Pathologist to ensure dietary texture and liquid consistency recommendations align with dysphagia management protocols and IDDSI guidelinesPartner with nursing staff, physicians, and the interdisciplinary team to integrate nutrition care into the overall plan of care for each individualProvide nutrition counseling and education to individuals, family members, caregivers, and DSPs on therapeutic diets, meal planning, food safety, hydration, and healthy eating strategiesMonitor and reassess nutritional status over time, adjusting care plans based on changes in clinical condition, lab values, or individual goalsSupport residential habilitation homes with menu planning guidance, dietary policy compliance, and staff education on meeting the nutritional needs of individuals with IDDMaintain accurate and timely clinical documentation including assessments, care plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries in compliance with agency and payer requirementsEnsure all services are delivered in compliance with Pennsylvania Title 28 home health regulations and applicable waiver program standardsParticipate in ISP meetings, care conferences, and QAPI initiatives as needed Required Qualifications Current registration as a Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)Current Pennsylvania dietitian-nutritionist licensure in good standingBachelor's or Master's degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or a related field from an accredited program; completion of an accredited dietetic internshipMinimum 12 years of clinical nutrition experience in a home health, long-term care, residential, or community-based settingStrong knowledge of medical nutrition therapy for chronic conditions including diabetes, renal disease, cardiovascular disease, obesity, and malnutritionValid Pennsylvania driver's license and reliable personal transportationAbility to pass Pennsylvania criminal background check, child abuse clearance, and FBI fingerprintingCurrent CPR/BLS certificationStrong clinical documentation and patient education skills Preferred Qualifications Experience providing nutrition services to individuals with IDD, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), cerebral palsy, or other developmental disabilitiesFamiliarity with enteral nutrition management and tube feeding protocols in the home settingExperience collaborating with Speech-Language Pathologists on dysphagia and texture-modified diet managementKnowledge of Pennsylvania ODP or OLTL/Community HealthChoices waiver programsExperience with Axxess home health EHR platform (a plus)Familiarity with Therap or similar IDD documentation platformsCertified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) or other specialty credential (a plus)Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply Compensation & Benefits Competitive per-visit or hourly compensation based on experienceFlexible scheduling (Full-Time, Part-Time, and PRN options available)Supportive, family-owned leadership team with a strong compliance and quality culture Work Environment This position operates primarily in patient homes, residential habilitation sites, and community settings throughout Delaware County and surrounding areas. Candidates must be comfortable working independently, adapting to varied home environments, and managing a caseload with a high degree of self-direction. To Apply Submit your resume, RD/RDN credential information, and a brief cover letter to oekhator@qhcg.org or apply directly through this posting. QHCG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and the individuals we serve.