Registered Dietitian (RD) - Outpatient

Part-Time Registered Dietitian (Outpatient & Wellness Focus)
32 hours/week | 4 days (3 onsite + 1 telehealth)
We are seeking a passionate, patient-centered Registered Dietitian (RD) to join an outpatient care team at a Connecticut-based hospital in partnership with Culinour. This unique role blends clinical nutrition, wellness programming, and culinary collaboration, making it ideal for an RD who enjoys both patient counseling and engaging with the community in a hands-on, meaningful way. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a highly collaborative, food-forward healthcare environment grounded in a “food is medicine” philosophy, where everything is made from scratch and there is genuine pride in both the quality of care and the dining experience delivered each day.

Why This Role Stands Out
Outpatient & preventive focus – ambulatory care and counseling centered on long-term wellness and public health
Flexible structure – 32 hours/week across 4 days (3 onsite + 1 telehealth)
Interactive, engaging environment, including:
Weekly Teaching Kitchen programs featuring RD-led wellness talks, guest Q&A sessions, and live cooking demonstrations alongside a head chef
15-minute wellness talks and nutrition education sessions
Guest-facing community engagement and educational programming
Mission-driven culture – the hospital is known for being deeply patient-centered and supportive of its team
Culinary excellence – Culinour emphasizes scratch cooking, high-quality and locally sourced ingredients, and pride in execution
Key Responsibilities
Provide outpatient nutrition counseling and support preventative health initiatives
Deliver nutrition education through wellness programs, teaching kitchen demonstrations, and group sessions
Partner closely with culinary and operations teams to:
Present nutrition information
Support menu understanding and transparency
Enhance the overall guest and patient experience
Conduct nutrition assessments and documentation in compliance with regulatory and clinical standards
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support high-quality, patient-centered care
Assist with maintaining and updating nutrition-related policies, procedures, and best practices
Participate in quality assurance activities and ensure compliance with all applicable standards
Provide real-time guidance to support safety, accuracy, and excellence in care
Qualifications
Education & Credentials
Master’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or a related field, excluding candidates credentialed before the graduate degree requirement
Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or related field from an accredited program
Completion of an ACEND-accredited Dietetic Internship or Coordinated Program
Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential (CDR)
State licensure/certification, if required

Experience & Skills
Experience in outpatient, inpatient, or other healthcare settings preferred
Strong understanding of nutrition regulations and compliance standards
Passion for preventative care, wellness, and public health
Excellent communication skills, including comfort presenting to groups
Ability to collaborate closely with culinary teams in a hands-on environment
Proficiency with electronic health records and clinical documentation systems
Culinour® is a specialty company of Phoenix3 Collective, a Boston-based strategic growth partner that accelerates distributive and lifestyle service companies in healthcare, behavioral health, senior living, and corporate markets. Phoenix3 is a team of business builders, disruptors, entrepreneurs, and experienced operators, providing direction, resources, and capital from decades of successful leadership in these market spaces. More information about Phoenix3 Collective can be found at Phoenix3 Collective | We Take Hospitality to New Heights.

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