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Clinical Dietitian - Danville State Hospital

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Department of Human Services

Fresh

Location

Pennsylvania, 17120

Salary

$51,971 - $79,062

per year

Closes

February 13, 2026

SES Pay Grade

Base salary range: $147,649 - $221,900

Typical requirements: Executive-level leadership experience. Senior executive qualifications required.

Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).

Job Description

Summary

This job is for a Clinical Dietitian at Danville State Hospital, where you'll assess patients' nutritional needs, create personalized meal plans, provide counseling, and work with a team to improve residents' health through better eating habits.

It's perfect for a compassionate, certified dietitian who enjoys helping people in a hospital setting and has experience in patient care.

The role involves hands-on work in a state facility, with no remote options, focusing on making a real difference in vulnerable populations.

Key Requirements

  • Certification as a Registered Dietitian from the Commission on Dietetic Registration (or proof of eligibility)
  • Ability to perform nutrition assessments, diet counseling, and discharge planning
  • Experience in designing modified diets and evaluating menu acceptance
  • Participation in treatment teams, chart documentation, and nutrition education programs
  • Collaboration on developing nutrition policies and procedures
  • Meet Pennsylvania residency requirements
  • Pass medical examination and criminal background checks (PA State Police and FBI)

Full Job Description

Are you driven by a desire to provide exceptional nutritional care to those in need?

If you are a certified Registered Dietitian eager to leverage your skills and experience, we have an exciting opportunity for you.

Danville State Hospital is in search of a dedicated and caring Clinical Dietitian who is committed to making a meaningful impact on the lives of our residents.

Seize this chance to apply today and discover how your knowledge and compassion can create a lasting difference for those who will benefit from your expertise.


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Requirements

As a Clinical Dietitian, you plan and organize the complete program of consumer nutrition care. This includes nutrition assessments, discharge planning, diet counseling, chart entries, treatment team participation, and nutrition education programs. You are also responsible for designing and implementing modified diets while assessing consumer acceptance of the menus. Additionally, you will collaborate with the Director of Food and Nutrition Services to update and develop policies and procedures that govern nutrition care.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.


Work Schedule and Additional Information:

  • Full-time employment
  • Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. Schedule may change based on operations needs
  • Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
  • Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
  • FREE parking
  • You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Special Requirements:

  • This position requires Certification as a Registered Dietitian as defined by the Commission on Registration of the American Dietetic Association; or proof of eligibility for such certification.

Other Requirements:

  • You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
  • You must be able to perform essential job functions.


Legal Requirements:

  • A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination.
  • This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act.
    • Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.


How to Apply:

Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position.

Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

  • If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
  • Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
  • Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

  • Veterans:

    • Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

    Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

    • 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

    If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.


    The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce.

    The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania.

    The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law.

    All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

    Additional Information

    • Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
    • Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
    • Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
    • You must provide complete and accurate information or:
      • your score may be lower than deserved.
      • you may be disqualified.
    • You may only apply/test once for this posting.
    • Your results will be provided via email.

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