Clinical Dietitian

MEDSTAR HEALTH; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health in the DC-MD-VA region is seeking a Clinical Dietitian I to join our clinical team. You will provide specialized nutritional services and therapy to a diverse patient population, from pediatric to geriatric, with a focus on patient-first care.

You will collaborate with a broad team of healthcare professionals to develop and communicate individualized dietary plans, keeping current with the latest nutrition science and translating it into actionable patient guidance for families.

Qualifications

• Provide nutritional services and therapy to patients.
• Collaborate with healthcare team to develop dietary plans.
• Educate patients and families on nutrition and lifestyle.

Responsibilities

• Deliver nutritional services and therapy to a diverse patient population.
• Collaborate with a broad team of healthcare professionals to develop and communicate individualized dietary plans.
• Stay current with latest nutrition science and translate it into actionable guidance for patients and families.

Skills

Dietary assessment

Medical nutrition therapy

Interpersonal communication

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.