Leah Smollin
Porter Ranch,CA
Summary
Innovative and experienced Dietician with over 15 years of expertise in conducting nutrition assessments and evaluating lifestyle factors. Research and gather information on clients' physical fitness, stress levels, medical diagnoses, and medication usage. Offer effective specific diet and lifestyle changes appropriate for each individual to maximize transformations and positive outcomes.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Fitness Director/Club Dietician
Porter Valley Country Club
04.2018 - Current
- Streamlined staff scheduling processes, resulting in more efficient use of resources and reduced labor costs.
- Helped clients reach fitness objectives by providing encouragement and motivation.
- Met or exceeded monthly revenue and training goals.
- Collaborated with health and wellness professionals to create and execute events, seminars and workshops on various topics.
- Provided clients with nutrition and lifestyle advice to support overall health and wellness.
- Explained and demonstrated safe and appropriate exercises for clients of various fitness and physical abilities.
- Helped clients set and achieve health and wellness goals.
- Provided individualized fitness assessments, program designs and nutrition counseling services.
- Increased personal training revenue by developing targeted marketing strategies for fitness services.
- Supported weight loss goals for clients with customized meal plans, one-on-one counseling sessions, and regular progress monitoring.
Diet Technician
St. John's Hospital
01.2017 - 04.2019
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop care plans that incorporated nutritional goals for patients recovering from surgery or illness.
- Monitored quality control procedures to guarantee preparation and delivery of healthy menu choices.
- Participated in medical staff meetings and other committees related to nutrition care.
- Acted as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to address any concerns or questions regarding nutrition care plans.
- Provided in-depth information on nutritional care to maximize health.
- Obtained and evaluated dietary histories of individuals to plan nutritional programs.
Disordered Eating Nutritionist
La Ventana Treatment Programs
05.2016 - 06.2018
- Conducted nutritional assessments and identified areas for improvement, resulting in better health outcomes for clients.
- Assisted patients clients with mean plan development, addressing individualized dietary requirements.
- Provided in-depth information on nutritional care to maximize health.
- Monitored patient progress and documented nutritional information in patient charts and records.
- Planned nutritious meal options for individuals with various health needs and conditions.
- Collaborated with physicians and healthcare personnel to determine nutritional needs and diet restrictions of clients.
Nutrition Aide
West Hills Hospital
06.2016 - 04.2018
- Served and assisted diners by carrying plates of food, taking and delivering beverage orders and refilling glasses.
- Adjusted food preparation methods in accordance with customer requests.
- Assisted dietitians in creating comprehensive nutritional care plans for patients with various health conditions.
- Educated patients on the importance of nutrition in managing their health conditions through informative handouts and one-on-one consultations.
Owner/Consultant Dietician/Fitness Instructor
Stroller Strides
09.2007 - 09.2011
- Mentored staff members on best practices in customer service and sales techniques, leading to increased performance levels.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
Dietician
Pacific Shores Hospital
02.2003 - 04.2004
- Collaborated extensively with the interdisciplinary care team to meet the nutritional needs of each resident
- Reviewed records and assessed the nutritional condition of at-risk residents, including those with unplanned weight changes
- Counseled patients regarding special dietary needs
- Monitored patients'' progress regularly and adjusted dietary recommendations as needed based on clinical data, lab results, and patient feedback.
- Recommended appropriate feeding schedules and methods to meet nutritional needs.
Diet Technician
Valley Presbyterian Hospital
10.1996 - 05.1998
- Helped deliver daily menus and food trays to patients
- Worked with RD set up patient's daily meals based on individual needs
- Oversaw food service assembly line.
Education
Certification in Contact Tracing -
Johns Hopkins University
04.2020
No Degree - K-6 Teaching Credential
California State University- Northridge
Northridge05.2002
Bachelor of Science - Nutritional Science
California State University
Northridge, CA01.1998
Bachelor of Science - Food Science
California State University - Northridge
Northridge, CA01.1998
Skills
- Nutrition screening specialist
- FDA food guidelines awareness
- Gluten, dairy and other allergen-friendly diets
- Special dietary needs
- Adolescent nutrition
- Nutritional planning
- Sports Nutrition
- Eating disorder treatment
- Weight Loss/Management
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Fitness Director/Club Dietician
Porter Valley Country Club
04.2018 - Current
Diet Technician
St. John's Hospital
01.2017 - 04.2019
Nutrition Aide
West Hills Hospital
06.2016 - 04.2018
Disordered Eating Nutritionist
La Ventana Treatment Programs
05.2016 - 06.2018
Owner/Consultant Dietician/Fitness Instructor
Stroller Strides
09.2007 - 09.2011
Dietician
Pacific Shores Hospital
02.2003 - 04.2004
Diet Technician
Valley Presbyterian Hospital
10.1996 - 05.1998
Certification in Contact Tracing -
Johns Hopkins University
No Degree - K-6 Teaching Credential
California State University- Northridge
Bachelor of Science - Nutritional Science
California State University
Bachelor of Science - Food Science
California State University - Northridge
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