Registered Dietitian, Clinical Research

Hawthorne Health

. Conduct 30-minute, protocol-required telehealth nutrition and lifestyle counseling sessions with assigned clinical trial participants every four weeks throughout the 52-week study period .

Posted 10/16/2026contractBoynton Beach • Florida • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $40 - $50 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in evidence-based nutrition counseling and lifestyle education, with a strong focus on participant engagement through motivational interviewing and effective communication. Maintains compliance with regulatory standards while delivering compassionate telehealth services.

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Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) CredentialNutrition Counseling ExperienceMotivational Interviewing SkillsGood Clinical Practice (GCP) KnowledgeElectronic Health Records (EHR) Experience

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Hard Skills

Evidence-Based Nutrition TherapyBehavior Change StrategiesTelehealth CounselingDocumentation AccuracyLifestyle Intervention Support

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationPatient Education SkillsOrganizational SkillsCollaboration with Multidisciplinary TeamsCompassionate Engagement

Tools & Technologies

Electronic Data Capture (EDC) SystemsTelehealth Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

Current GCP CertificationState Licensure as Registered Dietitian

Industry Keywords

Clinical ResearchObesity ManagementMetabolic HealthDiabetes CounselingCardiovascular Disease

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct 30-minute, protocol-required telehealth nutrition and lifestyle counseling sessions with assigned clinical trial participants every four weeks throughout the 52-week study period
Provide individualized, evidence-based nutrition counseling and lifestyle education in accordance with the clinical trial protocol and sponsor requirements
Educate participants on healthy dietary habits, physical activity, and sustainable lifestyle modifications to support study objectives
Utilize motivational interviewing and participant-centered communication techniques to encourage participant engagement and adherence throughout the study
Accurately document all participant interactions, counseling sessions, and required assessments in study documentation and electronic systems
Collaborate with Clinical Research Coordinators, Principal Investigators, and the study team to communicate participant progress, scheduling needs, and protocol-related concerns
Promptly report participant safety concerns, adverse events, or potential protocol deviations to appropriate study personnel
Complete required study-specific training and maintain compliance with GCP, ICH guidelines, HIPAA, sponsor requirements, and applicable regulatory standards
Maintain participant confidentiality while delivering a professional, compassionate, and engaging telehealth experience

Requirements

What you’ll need

Active Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential in good standing through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)
Current state licensure as a Registered/Licensed Dietitian, as required by the state(s) in which participants are located
Minimum of 2 years of experience providing nutrition counseling in a clinical, outpatient, telehealth, or wellness setting
Experience counseling patients with obesity, weight management, metabolic health, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, or related conditions preferred
Strong knowledge of evidence-based nutrition therapy and behavior change strategies
Excellent communication, motivational interviewing, and patient education skills
Comfortable conducting participant visits via telehealth and documenting encounters electronically
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a multidisciplinary clinical research team
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage a flexible schedule and complete documentation accurately and on time
Reliable internet connection, laptop and private workspace suitable for telehealth visits
Previous clinical research experience or familiarity with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) preferred
Experience supporting lifestyle intervention, obesity, metabolic, endocrinology, or cardiovascular programs preferred
Experience using electronic health records (EHR) and/or electronic data capture (EDC) systems preferred
Current GCP certification preferred, or willingness to complete upon hire

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible remote schedule
PRN contractor arrangement