Certified Dietitian Lead

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.

Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.

Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.

We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.

Job Summary

The nature of “lead” responsibilities may vary slightly depending on the core job, but generally involves exercising limited supervision over a group of employees that are typically classified in the same core job family.  An incumbent performs much the same work as others in the job family, participating in the day-to-day operations of the work unit, with “lead” work comprising a relatively minor portion of the overall job.  The work requires knowledge of the policies, procedures and equipment applicable to the work unit at appointment.

Lead Essential Functions

• Performs lead duties for work unit.
• Monitors individual staff performance and provides feedback to higher-level authority; coaches employees on procedures and protocols; may provide input into formal employee performance evaluations; may make recommendations with respect to employee pay, recognition, discipline and/or termination.
• Provides on-the-job training to new or lower-level employees; monitors work flow, prepares work schedules and reviews work to ensure it meets quality and productivity standards; orders/maintains appropriate supply levels; identifies training needs and advises higher-level authority.
• Pre-screens job applicants and may conduct initial employment interviews; participates in the processes for employee new hires and terminations; may conduct department-level new hire orientations.
• May assist in implementing new procedures or processes; explains new and/or revised procedures, forms or other tools to staff; may demonstrate new systems, PC applications, equipment or supplies.
• Assists employees with complex/unprecedented/ambiguous matters, reviews elevated issues/situations and takes action consistent with assigned scope of authority

Education/Work Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition and Dietetics. Completion of internship, traineeship, or coordinated undergraduate
program with consequential qualification for dietetic registration that demonstrates attainment of the requisite job
knowledge skills/abilities required.

Requires three (3) years’ experience as a Dietitian in an acute care setting. Experience in overseeing and training dietary personnel is preferred.

Licensure/Certification

• Current licensure through the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics as a Registered Dietitian is required.
• Certification by the State of Washington as a Certified Dietitian (CD) is required within 90 days of employment.
• Membership in the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics is preferred.
• Current certification by an accredited program, including one of the following:

• Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE)
• Certified Nutrition Support Clinician (CNSC)
• Certified Nutrition Specialist Oncology (CSO)
• Certified Nutrition Specialist Pediatrics (CSP)
• Certified Nutrition Specialist Gerontology (CSG)
• Certified Nutrition Specialist Renal (CSR)