Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)

Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)
Diabetes • Maternal Health • Chronic Disease Nutrition
📍 Rockbridge Area Health Center | Lexington, Virginia
Ready for a nutrition career with balance?
Rockbridge Area Health Center (RAHC) is seeking a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) to provide Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) and chronic disease nutrition counseling as part of our integrated healthcare team and Maternal Health Hub program.
In this role, you will support patients managing diabetes, maternal health nutrition needs, weight management, and other chronic conditions. Working alongside physicians, nurses, behavioral health clinicians, and care coordinators, you will develop individualized care plans that help patients improve health outcomes and quality of life.
This is an excellent opportunity for dietitians seeking meaningful patient relationships, collaborative care, and strong work-life balance.
Why Dietitians Choose RAHC
⭐ Flexible schedule - 4-day or 5-day work week (4/10 schedule)
⭐ No hospital shift work
⭐ Collaborative interdisciplinary care team
⭐ Opportunity to build long-term patient relationships
⭐ Mission-driven community health center
⭐ Compensation: $70,000 - $85,000 / yr
Benefits include:
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
403(b) Retirement Plan
Generous PTO beginning your first day
8 Paid Holidays + 2 Floating Holidays
Key Responsibilities
Provide Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) for diabetes and chronic disease management
Deliver diabetes self-management education and nutrition counseling
Develop individualized nutrition care plans in collaboration with medical providers
Educate patients on meal planning, glucose monitoring, and lifestyle changes
Support maternal health nutrition as part of RAHC’s Maternal Health Hub
Document patient encounters in the electronic health record (EHR)
Coordinate care with the interdisciplinary healthcare team
Support population health initiatives and quality improvement activities
Qualifications
Required
Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics or related field
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Preferred
Experience working with patients with diabetes or chronic disease
Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) or eligibility
Experience in community health or integrated care settings
Bilingual language skills
A valid driver’s license is preferred.
Live and Work in the Shenandoah Valley
RAHC is located in Lexington, Virginia, surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains and the scenic Shenandoah Valley.
Enjoy:
Hiking, biking, and outdoor recreation
Arts, culture, and historic charm
Welcoming small-town community with exceptional quality of life
About Rockbridge Area Health Center
Rockbridge Area Health Center is a Federally Qualified Health Center dedicated to improving access to comprehensive, high-quality, and affordable healthcare services for our community.
Apply Today
Submit your cover letter and resume at:
🔗 https://www.rockahc.org/employment-opportunities/
Learn more at www.rockahc.org
Rockbridge Area Health Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Employment type
Full-Time

Work arrangement
No