Encompass Health·Memphis, Tennessee
The dietitian is responsible for assessing patient nutritional needs, developing personalized dietary plans, and providing education on healthy eating habits. They also document patient progress in medical records and collaborate with physicians to ensure nutritional adequacy.
Appreciated for your Dietitian Skills Are you a dedicated dietitian in search of a career that feels close to home and heart?
As a dietitian at Encompass Health, you'll play a crucial role in promoting health and wellness through personalized nutrition plans.
Your responsibilities will include assessing patients' nutritional needs, developing and implementing dietary plans, and providing education on healthy eating habits.
In this role, you will instruct patients on post-discharge diets and monitor their nutritional status.
If you're passionate about making a positive impact on individuals' lives through nutrition and are seeking a rewarding career that aligns with your values, consider joining us on our mission to enhance the well-being of the patients we serve in your community.
A Glimpse into Our World At Encompass Health, you'll experience the difference the moment you become a part of our team. Working with us means aligning with a rapidly growing national inpatient rehabilitation leader. Our achievements include being named one of the "World’s Most Admired Companies" and receiving the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® Award, among other accolades, which is nothing short of amazing.
Starting Perks and Benefits At Encompass Health, we are committed to creating a supportive, inclusive, and caring environment where you can thrive. From day one, you will have access to:
Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for both full-time and part-time employees and their families.
Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
Opportunities for tuition reimbursement and continuous education.
Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans.
Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
A vibrant community of individuals passionate about the work they do!
Become the Dietitian you always wanted to be
Communicate with and counsel patients per physician orders and diet instruction.
Communicate with physicians and other involved disciplines in patient care.
Evaluate referral orders to determine adequacy of nutrition intake methods.
Document pertinent information in the patient's medical record according to established standards.
Implement nutritional care plans, adapt menus, and assist patients with special dietary needs.
Conduct calorie counts and make appropriate recommendations.
Review, revise, and sign off menus for nutritional adequacy.
We proudly set the standard in care by leading with empathy, doing what's right, focusing on the positive, and standing stronger together. Encompass Health is a trusted leader in post-acute care with over 150 nationwide locations and a team of 36,000 exceptional individuals and growing! At Encompass Health, we celebrate and welcome diversity in our inclusive culture. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, color, creed, age, mental or physical disability, or any other protected classification.
Candidates must be registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration and hold a state license. A bachelor's degree in Food & Nutrition is required, with one year of clinical dietetics experience preferred.
Market context
In Tennessee, dietitian openings in healthcare often draw steady interest because employers typically want an RDN or exam-eligible candidate who can also meet state licensure requirements. These roles can be competitive when they prefer clinical experience, but new graduates with strong training are still considered. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your licensure timeline and highlight any clinical rotations or patient-care experience in your application.