Clinical Dietitian

Memorial Physician Practices; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

Financial Protection & PTO

Higher education and certification tuition assistance

Employee Well-behavior programs

Professional Development

Job summary

Memorial Physician Practices in Arlington, Texas, is seeking a Registered Dietitian to provide clinical nutrition services for hospitalized patients. This role includes conducting nutrition assessments, overseeing menu management, and educating staff on therapeutic diets and allergens. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Dietetics, relevant credentials, and preferably acute-care experience. Comprehensive benefits include medical coverage, financial protection, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration; state license/certification if required.
• Prior acute-care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical nutrition services for hospitalized patients.
• Oversee menu management and staff education related to therapeutic diets.
• Conduct initial nutrition assessments and reassessments for admitted patients.
• Ensure complete and timely documentation in accordance with hospital policy.
• Educate managers and staff on therapeutic diets and food allergens.

Skills

Clinical nutrition assessment and care planning

Effective teaching/presentation skills

Knowledge of therapeutic diets and allergen management

Strong organization and follow-through

Collaboration across disciplines

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Dietetics or a nutrition-related field

Job description

Registered Dietitian Position Summary

Provides clinical nutrition services for hospitalized patients, including assessment, care planning, education, and discharge coordination. Oversees menu management and staff education related to therapeutic diets, allergens, and nutrition standards. Actively supports regulatory survey readiness and on-site survey activities to ensure compliance.

How you'll contribute

• Participate in the survey process: guide staff on conduct and disclosure, maintain an on-site presence with surveyors, coordinate timely information requests, and initiate corrective action during surveys as appropriate; collaborate with hospital departments to develop plans of correction.
• Conduct initial nutrition assessments and reassessments for all admitted patients; prioritize high-risk referrals per policy.
• Ensure complete and timely documentation (assessments, care plans, education, discharge planning) in accordance with hospital policy and regulatory standards.
• Provide oversight of the menu management process to align offerings with therapeutic diet orders and patient needs.
• Educate managers and staff on therapeutic diets, food allergens, and related topics; serve as a subject‑matter resource.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Education: Bachelor's degree or higher in Dietetics or a nutrition‑related field.

Credentials/Licensure: Registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration; state license/certification if required.

Experience: Prior acute-care experience preferred.

Skills: Clinical nutrition assessment and care planning; clear documentation; knowledge of therapeutic diets and allergen management; effective teaching/presentation skills; ability to collaborate across disciplines; strong organization and follow-through; survey readiness and compliance awareness.

Why join us

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full‑time and part‑time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well‑being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

EEOC Statement

Texas Rehabilitation Hospital of Arlington is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Texas Rehabilitation Hospital of Arlington is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all candidates.