Dietitian Employment Agreement

Dietitian Employment Agreement

Parties and Effective Date

This Employment Agreement (the "Agreement") is entered into between Employer Name: and Employee Name: and is effective as of Effective Date: .

1. Position and Duties

Employer hereby employs Employee as Registered Dietitian / Dietitian (Job Title: ) reporting to Manager: . Employee shall perform the duties customary to the position and such other duties as reasonably assigned by Employer consistent with Employee's professional qualifications.

2. Term and Work Schedule

Employment begins on Start Date: and continues until terminated under Section 9. Employee's regular work schedule is . Employee classification: Exempt Non-exempt

3. Compensation

Salary shall be paid in accordance with Employer's regular payroll practices, subject to applicable deductions and withholdings. Pay frequency:

4. Benefits and Paid Time Off

Employee is eligible to participate in Employer's benefit plans subject to plan terms and eligibility requirements, including:

Health insurance Dental insurance Retirement plan

5. Duties, Professional Standards and Licensure

Employee represents and warrants that Employee holds current and active credentials required to practice as a dietitian in the state(s) in which duties will be performed. Employee shall maintain all required licensure, registrations and professional liability insurance during the term of employment. Any lapse in licensure or credentials is grounds for immediate suspension or termination.

6. Confidentiality and Patient Information

Employee will have access to confidential business information and protected patient information. Employee shall not disclose, use, or permit access to any confidential information other than as required in the course of employment. Employee shall comply with all applicable laws and Employer policies concerning protected health information and privacy.

7. Non-Solicitation and Non-Competition

For the duration of employment and for twelve (12) months following termination, Employee shall not solicit Employer's patients or clients for services competitive with Employer within a radius of 25 miles of Employer's primary practice location, nor solicit Employer's employees to terminate employment with Employer. Any restriction will be enforced to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law.

8. Intellectual Property

All materials, protocols, curricula, templates, patient education materials, and other work products created by Employee within the scope of employment shall be Employer's sole property. Employee assigns to Employer all rights, title and interest in such work products and will execute instruments reasonably required to effectuate such assignment.

9. Termination

Employment is at-will and may be terminated by either party at any time with or without cause, subject to any notice or severance obligations set forth in this Agreement. Employer may terminate for cause for material breach, loss of licensure, conviction of a felony, or gross misconduct.

10. Indemnification; Insurance

Employer will maintain professional liability insurance as required by law or customary in the industry. Employee shall indemnify Employer for any claims arising from Employee's intentional misconduct or gross negligence.

11. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the state identified as Employer State: . Any dispute arising under this Agreement shall be resolved in the state or federal courts located in that state unless otherwise mutually agreed in writing.

12. Representations and Background Authorization

Employee certifies that the information provided to Employer is true, complete, and not misleading. Employee expressly authorizes Employer to verify any information provided, to contact past employers and references, and to obtain employment-related background checks, which may include verification of credentials, professional discipline history, criminal background, and employment history.

I authorize Employer to conduct background checks and contact previous employers and references as part of pre-employment or ongoing employment screening.

13. At-Will Employment and Equal Opportunity

Employment is at-will unless a written agreement signed by both parties expressly states otherwise. Either party may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or advance notice. Employer is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

14. Applicant/Employee Information

15. Employment History (Most Recent Two Positions)

16. Education and Credentials

17. Professional References (3)

18. Certification by Employee

I certify that all information provided in this Agreement and in any attachments or pre-employment forms is true, complete, and correct to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any material misrepresentation or omission may result in denial of employment or immediate termination. I acknowledge receipt of and agreement to the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement.

I certify that the information provided is true and complete.

19. Miscellaneous

This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to its subject matter and supersedes all prior agreements. Any amendment must be in writing and signed by both parties. If any provision is found invalid, the remainder shall continue in full force and effect.

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