Job Description
Job Responsibilities Registered Dietitian Department: SAAS UHS Health Services Advertised Salary Range: Part/Full Time: Full Time About UofSC From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond. Inclusive Excellence Statement Advertised Job Summary Registered Dietitian Ready to make a real impact on a diverse university community through evidence-based nutrition therapy? Can you turn nutrition science into practical, engaging education for students, staff, and peers? Do you bring compassion, curiosity, and inclusivity to your nutrition counseling style? Interested in working where wellness, education, and innovation intersect? We have the job for you! Position Summary: The Registered Dietitian (RD) delivers nutrition education and Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT ) to a university community, including students, faculty, and staff. This role focuses on the collaborative management of eating disorders and provides MNT for conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, lipid disorders, and food allergies or intolerances, using a weight-neutral, Health at Every Size (HAES ) approach. The RD also supports nutrition-related programming, including cooking demonstrations, classes, outreach initiatives, and health promotion activities. Additionally, the position contributes to training and education for patients, staff, providers, interns, and peer educators, and reports to the Director of Student Well-Being. Primary Job Duties Provides nutrition therapy to students, faculty, and staff, following guidelines set forth by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, the SC Dept of Labor, Licensing and Regulation and USC Student Health Services. Plans, manages and evaluates medical nutrition therapy and nutritional services for college students in targeted, high-risk populations, including individuals with eating disorders. Works with Healthy Carolina to develop, implement and evaluate educational programs for students, faculty and staff to increase nutrition-related knowledge, attitudes and behaviors, including supporting demonstration kitchen efforts and leading cooking classes. Perks: Competitive salary + some of the BEST benefits you can find! Generous annual and sick leave accruement, along with 13 paid holidays. An engaging and collaborative on-campus environment. Our location is in South Carolina’s capitol city, surrounded by amenities, so you will love where you work! Opportunities for professional development, including tuition assistance. Eligible for enrollment in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BALBcUSl7ck Minimum Qualifications (Classified and Unclassified positions) Preferred Qualifications Eligibility for registration to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Knowledge and experience in working in College Health with sports nutrition, eating disorders, clinical nutrition and chronic disease management (e.g. diabetes, celiac, Crohn’s, etc.) Commitment to a weight-neutral, HAES approach. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Knowledge of the science and practice of human nutrition and standards of practice in dietetics. Knowledge of food composition and major sources of nutrients. Knowledge of social, cultural and economic factors related to the nutritional status and dietary habits of individuals. Working knowledge of human behavior and techniques for the modification of eating habits. Strong facilitation and presentation skills. Intermediate desktop publishing,