Director of Nutrition & Wellness Programs

Description: At Claremedica, exceptional is the standard. Driven by our purpose to enhance the lives of the seniors in the communities where we have the privilege to work, live, and play, the Claremedica team is comprised of the brightest and best in their fields of expertise. From clinical excellence to unparalleled administrative support and beyond, we're working together to help seniors live happier, healthier, fuller lives. That kind of teamwork and passion for excelling can only exist in a workplace that fosters employees' growth and wellness and where their full potential and value are realized. At Claremedica, we're excited about great people like you. We're even more excited to support you with the resources, training, benefits, competitive compensation, and more to help you thrive and succeed in our communities. Opportunity awaits – welcome to Claremedica.

Essential Functions: The Director of Nutrition & Wellness Programs is responsible for leading the development and growth of the organization's nutrition and wellness services within a physician-led, value-based primary care model. This role combines direct patient care with strategic program leadership to improve clinical outcomes, enhance patient engagement, and expand preventive health services. The Director will provide evidence-based Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) across the lifespan while designing innovative nutrition, weight management, metabolic health, and wellness programs, including a concierge-style wellness offering. Working collaboratively with physicians and interdisciplinary teams, this leader will integrate nutrition into population health initiatives, establish clinical standards, measure program outcomes, and build a scalable nutrition and wellness program.

Duties and Responsibilities: Develop and lead the organization's Nutrition & Wellness Program strategy. Provide individualized Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) and nutrition counseling across the continuum of care. Design and implement nutrition, weight management, metabolic health, and preventive wellness programs. Develop clinical protocols, educational resources, and evidence-based nutrition initiatives. Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, behavioral health, pharmacy, care management, and quality teams to improve patient outcomes. Monitor program performance, quality metrics, and patient outcomes to support value-based care objectives. Build and lead a multidisciplinary nutrition and wellness team as the program grows. Ensure compliance with professional standards, regulatory requirements, and organizational policies.

Supervisory Responsibilities: This position does not have direct supervisory responsibilities but is expected to operate with a high degree of independence and leadership within assigned markets and provider relationships.

Qualifications/Requirements: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or related field from an accredited institution. Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist in the applicable state(s), or ability to obtain licensure. Minimum of 7 years of progressive clinical nutrition experience. Minimum of 3 years of leadership, program management, or supervisory experience. Experience in primary care, ambulatory care, value-based care, or population health preferred. Strong knowledge of evidence-based nutrition practices and chronic disease management. Experience designing clinical programs or service lines preferred. Familiarity with Medicare Advantage and value-based reimbursement models. Experience using electronic health records and healthcare analytics.

Working Conditions: General office working conditions with regular provider office and facility visits.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs, balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and or move up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust your focus. Manual dexterity is required to use desktop computers and peripherals.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of his job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Travel: Regular local travel between care centers and provider offices is required. Monthly travel to Central Florida markets, including Orlando and Tampa, is required for provider relationship management, operational oversight, and partnership development activities. Safety Hazard of the JobMinimal Hazards