Travel RDN - Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
Jackson, California
Sutter Amador Hospital

Job Opportunity: Registered Dietitian (Travel/Contract)

Location: Jackson, California
Specialty: Dietary Services
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Registered Dietitian position with a schedule of 4 days per week, 8 hours per day.
• On-call requirement: 2 hours from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM every other weekend.
• Must hold a valid Registered Dietitian license.

Experience Requirements

• Specialty: Dietary Services (Registered Dietitian)
• Required years of experience: Not explicitly stated; assume minimum standard for Registered Dietitian roles (typically 1+ years). No higher conflicting data found.
• Prior travel experience: Not required (no explicit mention).

Licensure & Certifications

• Registered Dietitian license required.
• Background checks including 7-year history, education verification, and various federal/state screenings are mandatory.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications may be required depending on position specifics (verify with employer).

Background & Compliance Requirements

• 7-year background check including SSN trace with all aliases, county searches, nationwide sex offender search, and FACIS Level 3 screening.
• Annual updates required for EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, and FACIS screenings.
• Education verification required (highest level achieved).
• Drug screening: Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months of start (excluding marijuana due to CA law).
• Physical exam within 1 year of start.
• TB screening: Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 90 days of start, renewed annually.
• Immunizations required: Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap, Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella, and seasonal flu vaccination during flu season. Religious and medical exemptions considered with proper documentation.
• Fit mask test required within 1 year of start, renewed annually (exceptions apply).

Documentation & Orientation

• Candidates must review and sign facility-specific documents including:

  • Job description
  • Standards of Business Conduct
  • Code of Conduct
  • Vendor Training
  • Overpayment Refund Policy
  • Regulatory Orientation for Contracted Workers
• TB Questionnaire required within 90 days of start and renewed annually.
• Employment application must include full 7 years of work history with no gaps.
• References: 2 professional references required for clinical/allied roles.

Additional Notes

• Some certifications and competencies may be position-dependent; verify with employer or recruiter.
• Facility requires compliance with all background, health, and regulatory requirements prior to start.
• No prior travel experience explicitly required for this role.

This position offers an opportunity to work as a Registered Dietitian on a travel contract in California with a reputable healthcare system. Candidates must be prepared to meet comprehensive background, health, and compliance standards.