Clinical Dietitian

MEDSTAR HEALTH; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health in the Washington, DC metro area is seeking a Clinical Dietitian I to join our dedicated team. This role provides specialized nutritional services and therapy to diverse patient populations, from pediatric to geriatric, focusing on personalized, patient-first care.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to implement dietary plans, stay current with nutrition science, and communicate plans effectively to patients and families, contributing to overall health outcomes in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in dietetics or related field required or equivalent.
• Registered Dietitian (RD) credential preferred or RD eligibility.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for patient education.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized nutritional services and therapy to diverse patient populations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to implement personalized dietary plans.
• Stay up-to-date with nutrition science and effectively communicate plans to patients and families.

Skills

Nutrition therapy

Patient education

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Dietetics or related field

RD eligibility or RD credential preferred

Job description

MedStar Health, a leading non‐profit healthcare organization in the D.C.-Maryland-Virginia region, is seeking a Clinical Dietitian I to join our dedicated team of healthcare professionals. This position involves providing specialized nutritional services and therapy to our diverse patient population, ranging from pediatric to geriatric individuals. Our focus is on implementing personalized, patient‑first health care tailored to the unique needs of each patient. You will collaborate with a diverse team of healthcare professionals to ensure optimal health outcomes through effective dietary management. This role requires keeping abreast of the latest nutritional science trends and effectively communicating dietary plans and advice to patients and their families.