Registered Dietitian Contractor (Certified in New York)

As a Registered Dietitian Contractor at Foodsmart, your core responsibilities include providing individualized medical nutrition therapy to clients via remote sessions, managing a panel of patients with diverse health conditions, and documenting care according to the Nutrition Care Process. You’ll also engage with clients to help them maximize the utility of Foodsmart’s digital platform, assisting them in gaining access to affordable groceries and healthy eating resources.

To be considered for the Registered Dietitian Contractor role at Foodsmart, candidates must have active licensure as a Registered Dietitian in New York, must be enrolled with NY state Medicaid, and should ideally have 1 to 2 years of professional experience in nutritional counseling. Additionally, multilingual capabilities and active state licenses in other regions can enhance your candidacy.

Foodsmart supports Registered Dietitian Contractors by providing a comprehensive digital platform that integrates nutrition counseling with online food ordering and meal planning. This empowers dietitians to offer personalized experiences, streamline consultations, and help clients make healthier choices more easily. Moreover, the supportive environment encourages ongoing professional development and fosters lasting relationships with clients.

At Foodsmart, Registered Dietitian Contractors can expect competitive compensation, earning between $48 to $52 per hour for one-hour visits. Additionally, bilingual candidates are eligible for higher pay rates, reflecting the value of multiple language skills in serving diverse populations.

Working as a Registered Dietitian at Foodsmart offers a flexible, supportive remote work environment where you can connect with clients through HIPAA-compliant video calls. You will have the opportunity to focus on meaningful patient interactions and impactful nutritional counseling—making a real difference in people’s lives from the comfort of your own home.

When answering this question, focus on your passion for nutrition and helping others. Mention any personal experiences or transformative moments that led you to pursue this career path. Highlight how your enthusiasm drives you to support individuals toward achieving their health goals, which aligns perfectly with Foodsmart's mission.

It's beneficial to share a specific success story that illustrates your ability to tailor nutrition plans effectively. Discuss a particular client situation, the challenges they faced, and the strategies you implemented to help them succeed. Conclude with the positive outcome, highlighting your impact on their lifestyle changes.

Explain your communication strategy, emphasizing the importance of empathy, active listening, and relationship building. Share techniques you use to engage clients, ensuring they feel comfortable and supported. Discuss how you adapt your approach to meet individual client needs in a remote setting.

Discuss challenges such as food insecurity, misinformation about nutrition, or access to healthy food options. Share your insights on how you plan to tackle these issues in your practice at Foodsmart, aligning your answer with the organization's mission to address nutrition insecurity.

Talk about your commitment to continuous learning through attending workshops, reading academic journals, or participating in online courses. Mention any specific resources or professional organizations you rely on for the latest information relevant to your role as a Registered Dietitian.

Detail the extent of your experience in providing MNT, including types of conditions you've addressed and the methodologies you've used. Highlight your familiarity with integrating MNT into client care plans, particularly through telehealth platforms, showcasing your adaptability.

Emphasize your ability to build rapport and trust with clients, which is essential in encouraging behavior change. Share specific strategies you've used to motivate and encourage clients, such as setting small, achievable goals and using positive reinforcement to foster their confidence.

Discuss your proficiency with telehealth platforms, electronic medical records, and other technological tools that enhance client interactions and recordkeeping. This shows your readiness to integrate seamlessly into Foodsmart's digital suite of services while delivering effective nutrition care.

Explain your approach to educating clients on SNAP benefits, detailing your strategy to simplify the process and emphasize their role in ensuring access to healthy food. Use relatable examples to underscore the potential impact on their nutritional choices and overall health.

Share your alignment with Foodsmart's mission of reducing nutritional barriers and promoting healthier lifestyles. Talk about your eagerness to work within a comprehensive telenutrition framework that directly supports underserved populations, emphasizing how this resonates with your professional values.