Job Summary

The Veterans Canteen Service (VCS), Central Office, located on the Jefferson Barracks VAMC campus in St. Louis, MO, is seeking a Dietitian in our Nutrition and Whole Health Division. This position serves as a technical nutrition expert to management officials within the VCS Food Operations Program nationwide.

Job Description

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: - Leadership in Hospital Food Service: Minimum 3 years leading hospital food service operations with strong proficiency using tech-based menu programs, demonstrating both knowledge and practical application in a healthcare setting. - Expertise in Nutrition Informatics: Proven experience with nutrition technology systems-covering patient meal service, menu program management, and interface tools-bolstered by relevant credentials or certification in nutrition informatics. - Accredited Dietetics Education: Bachelor's degree in Dietetics from an ACEND-accredited program (master's degree preferred), ensuring foundational knowledge and academic preparation. - Registered Dietitian Credentials: Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) or Registered Dietitian (RD) - Must be registered with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR), the credentialing branch of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics - Strong Communication & Multi-Tasking: Excellent verbal and written communication abilities, with a demonstrated capacity to multitask and consistently meet deadlines in a dynamic environment. - Proficient with MS Office Programs: Skilled in Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams, Forms, and PowerPoint, with a record of using these tools to enhance workflow and reporting. - Flexible with Travel: Willingness to undertake periodic travel as part of the role's responsibilities.