When seeking to fill a dietitian position, posting your job on NutritionJobs is an effective way to reach lots of qualified candidates, get resumes, and also improve your time to hire.

Why, you might ask! In a nutshell, I can share that it's crucial to optimize your job posting to compel dietitian job seekers to submit their resume and apply for your job. But it's also import to ensure that your job also appears prominently in Google search results. More search results on Google means more eyes on your job posted on NutritonJobs.com.

In this article, we will explore best practices for posting a job on NutritionJobs to attract dietitian job seekers and optimize your visibility on Google.

As a side note, some of you might be thinking, “Hmmmm. I already posted my job! Is it too late to craft a compelling job description?” The answer is it’s never too late to improve your job description on NutritionJobs!

In fact, making modifications to your job posting can be helpful to attract more dietitians, more top talent. Here’s how: just log into your Employer Account again, locate your job in your Dashboard, and edit as often as you want!

Elements to include in your job description to make it effective

Getting more resumes is all about crafting a good job description. The following is a discussion of multiple elements that you should include in your effective job description. But if you feel that some of these suggested elements do not apply to your company or the job then you can elect to omit certain elements.

Job seekers really love a comprehensive job description though! So try to include as many of the following elements as possible. Once you create a stellar job description you can save that as a template in NutritionJobs to use for future job postings.

Craft a Compelling Job Title

Start by creating a job title that clearly communicates the role and appeals to dietitian job seekers. Use relevant keywords such as "Registered Dietitian" or “ Registered Dietitian” or "Clinical Nutritionist" to increase the chances of your job posting appearing in relevant searches.

The highest ranked query keywords on NutritionJobs include “dietitian”, “nutrition” “nutritionist” and “remote”.

Example:

Registered Dietitian Nutritionist - $5000 sign-on bonus and relocation allowance

About the Company

Provide a brief overview of your company, highlighting its mission, values, and any unique aspects that make it an appealing workplace for dietitians. Include information about the organization's size, specialties, and any notable achievements or recognition in the field of nutrition. Tell the reader why they should want to work at your company!

You could include the following subsections, as well:

• About Company
• Our Mission and Vision at Company
• Why Join Company

Example:

"About [Company Name]:

We are a leading healthcare organization committed to improving lives through personalized nutrition plans and exceptional patient care. With over 20 years of experience, our team of dedicated professionals is at the forefront of nutrition innovation. We love our Dietitians and know you would grow with our team"

About the people

Job seekers also like to know

Job Summary or The Role

Offer a concise summary that provides an overview of the role and its primary objectives. Highlight the impact the dietitian will have on patients or clients and how their work contributes to the overall mission of the organization.

Example:

• [Company] is hiring outstanding Registered Dietitians for a remote position. We have openings for both full-time and part-time roles. In this role, you will provide evidence-based nutritional counseling over telehealth to many different types of patients. [Company] handles the insurance billing and provides the patients to you — all you have to do is counsel.
• We are looking for candidates who care deeply about helping patients and are excited about joining a fast-growing startup (backed by some of the world’s best healthcare investors) that is expanding access to nutritional therapy and improving the American healthcare system.

Job Location

Specify if the position is remote, in-person, or hybrid, based on your organization's work setup and requirements.

Also include the city and state, if applicable.

Example:

Job Type

Indicate the job type, whether it's full-time, part-time, PRN (On-Call), temporary, or contract.

Example:

Job Categories

Dietitians search for jobs and set up job alerts based on job categories. Do select lots of relevant categories from the pull-down list. You can select as many as applicable.

Example:

Job Responsibilities and Duties

Clearly outline the specific responsibilities and duties associated with the position. Include details about patient/client assessments, nutrition counseling, meal planning, dietary education, and any specialized areas of focus. Provide information on the expected caseload or number of patients/clients the dietitian will work with.

Example:

• Conduct malnutrition assessments to identify nutritional needs and develop tailored medical nutrition therapy plans.
• Provide one-on-one nutrition counseling sessions to educate and support patients in making healthy lifestyle choices.

Another example:

• Provides medical nutrition therapy including nutrition assessment, diet modification, nutrition education, and intervention for the patient population
• Follows all guidelines as outlined within the Company Diet Manual and the Clinical Nutrition Policies & Procedures Manual
• Complies with all regulatory standards to include federal, state, and accrediting agencies while adhering to facility confidentiality, HIPPA regulations, and patient rights policies
• Trains and mentor’s patient services staff and interns as applicable
• Participates in patient satisfaction programs, departmental meetings, and facility wide Quality Assurance/Performance Improvement programs

Qualifications and Skills

List the necessary qualifications and skills required for the role. Include educational requirements, such as a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Nutrition or Dietetics, along with any required certifications or licenses (e.g., RD/RDN). Specify preferred experience in areas such as clinical nutrition, community health, or sports nutrition. Additionally, highlight important soft skills such as excellent communication, empathy, and strong interpersonal skills.

Example:

• Bachelor's degree in Nutrition or Dietetics required; Master's degree preferred
• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) registration and state licensure
• Strong knowledge of medical nutrition therapy, specifically diabetes
• Strong knowledge of Motivational Interviewing technique

Salary and Benefits

Pay disclosure laws require some employers in some states to provide the minimum and maximum pay, or a pay range, for a given job upon the request of an applicant. Others mandate this practice without requiring candidates to ask first. The latest laws now require employers to include pay information in all applicable job postings.

There are approximately 8 states that have enacted this requirement, including California, Colorado, Connecticut, Maryland, Nevada, New York, Rhode Island, and Washington. More states are also requiring pay information. Here’s a running list of states and localities that require employers to disclose pay or pay ranges.

Nevertheless, do include salary range information or a statement indicating that the compensation package is competitive and commensurate with experience. Highlight the benefits and perks of working for your organization, such as health insurance, retirement plans, vacation time, professional development opportunities, or employee wellness programs.

Include the pay range where directed on the job posting form and you can also include in the body of the job description.

Example for adding to the job posting form as a range:

Example for including in the body of the job description:

"Competitive salary commensurate with experience. Benefits package includes health insurance, retirement plan, paid time off, and opportunities for professional development."

Entry-Level Candidates

Clearly state whether entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply or if the position requires a certain level of experience. If entry-level candidates are welcome, specify any training or mentorship programs available to support their growth and development.

Dietetic Interns would be so excited if they would be able to apply for your job.

Example:

Will accept eligibility to complete the dietitian Registration Exam, provided it is completed within 3 months of hire.

Application Instructions

Provide clear instructions on how to apply, including the preferred method (online application, email, etc.) and the required application materials (resume, cover letter, references). Include contact information for any inquiries and specify the deadline or timeline for accepting applications.

Example:

"Please include in your application the following: your resume, cover letter, LinkedIn URL, and 2 written examples of your work"

Job Description Summary Checklist

☐ Craft a Compelling Job Title
☐ About the Company and the People
☐ Job Summary or The Role
☐ Job Location
☐ Job Type
☐ Job Categories
☐ Job Responsibilities and Duties
☐ Qualifications and Skills
☐ Salary and Benefits
☐ Entry-Level Candidates
☐ Application Instructions

Takeaways

By following these best practices and including specific sections in the body of your job description, you can optimize your job posting on NutritionJobs to attract dietitian job seekers and increase visibility in Google search results.

To sum it up: Craft a compelling job title, provide an overview of your company, summarize the job responsibilities and duties, outline the required qualifications and skills, include salary and benefits information, specify if entry-level candidates can apply, indicate job type, add job categories, and provide clear application instructions.

By implementing these strategies, you'll enhance your chances of attracting qualified dietitian candidates and filling your position with a talented professional.

The NutritionJobs community and myself can’t wait to see your job posting on NutritionJobs.

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About the Author

Stacey Dunn-Emke, MS, RDN is a Registered Dietitian and the Founding Owner of NutritionJobs.com, a career portal for dietitians and nutrition professionals, and DietitianSalaries.com, a salary transparency tool. She is the author of The Dietetic Resume Guide and specializes in boosting professional opportunities for dietitians, students, and interns, with jobs, career coaching, and courses on Creating a Modern Winning Dietetic Resume, An Optimized LinkedIn Profile, and Job Interview Prep. Stacey hosts the LinkedIn Live Events, spotlighting dietitian careers and modern employment opportunities, aiming to build confidence and opportunity. She has curated a combined social media community of over 250K food and nutrition followers. Stacey brings her vast work experience to the dietetic career coaching table, where she has worked as a Clinical Dietitian, Nutrition Writer, Outpatient Dietitian, Clinical Nutrition Manager, and Research Dietitian with Dr. Dean Ornish.