Clinical Dietitian

MEDSTAR HEALTH; Clarksburg (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health is seeking a Clinical Dietitian I to join our team, delivering specialized nutritional services across a diverse patient population. You will assess dietary needs and develop individualized plans for pediatric to geriatric patients.

The role emphasizes patient-first care, communication of dietary plans to patients and families, and collaboration with a broad health-care team to achieve optimal outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Dietetics or Nutrition with RD licensure eligibility.
• Strong knowledge of medical nutrition therapy and acute care guidelines.
• Excellent communication with patients and families; ability to tailor dietary plans.

Responsibilities

• Conduct nutritional assessments and develop patient-specific care plans.
• Provide nutrition counseling and education to patients and families.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other clinicians to implement nutrition therapy.
• Stay updated on current nutrition science trends and guidelines.

Skills

Dietary assessment

Nutrition counseling

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Dietetics/Nutrition

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.