Clinical Dietitian

St. David's HealthCare; Georgetown (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

401(k) Plan with company match

Tuition assistance

Job summary

St. David's HealthCare in Georgetown, Texas is seeking a Dietitian to manage inpatient consults and collaborate with dietary staff. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition and be a Registered Dietitian.

This role involves providing Medical Nutrition Therapy, participating in departmental projects, and ensuring documentation for all clinical activities. St. David's offers extensive benefits including health coverage, paid time off, and educational support.

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Dietitian and hold a current Texas license.
• Adheres to dress code and maintains professionalism.
• Completes annual educational requirements.

Responsibilities

• Respond to inpatient dietary consults and chart documentation.
• Provide Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) to outpatients.
• Schedule MNT appointments and ensure documentation.

Skills

Clinical nutrition skills

Communication

Conflict resolution

Creativity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Dietitian will be responsible for inpatient consults. Will act as a resource to the Dietary Manager and dietary staff and will assist with special projects and PI as requested by the Director. Must be able to work well with patients, the hospital staff and medical staff. Must be a Registered Dietitian and hold a current Texas license.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Respond to inpatient dietary consults and related chart documentation.
• Provide Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) to outpatients and out‑patient counseling as requested.
• Schedule MNT appointments and bill the service through Meditech, ensuring each session is documented.
• Provide admission with an outpatient schedule, including physician referrals, weekly.
• In the absence of the Director, and when requested, respond to inpatient dietary consults and related chart documentation.
• Act as a resource for the Dietary Manager and dietary staff.
• Participate in special projects as requested.
• Assist with PI as requested.
• Provide weekend & holiday Dietitian coverage for the department.
• Back‑up Registered Dietitian services as needed to cover for vacation/sick leave.

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Adheres to dress code; appearance is neat and clean.
• Completes annual educational requirements.
• Wears identification while on duty.
• Attends appropriate departmental and committee meetings.
• Takes personal responsibility for own behavior.
• Shows creativity in addressing issues rather than a defeating attitude.
• Demonstrates negotiations/conflict resolution skills.
• Maintains appropriate confidentiality.
• Accepts accountability for impact of behavior on others.
• Willingly volunteers to represent the organization in the community as needed.
• Is punctual, observes work breaks, meal periods, and maintains an acceptable overall attendance record.
• Demonstrates initiative, including seeking new assignments and assuming additional duties when necessary.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Working knowledge of clinical areas of nutrition practice. Ability to communicate prescribed nutrition therapy to patients.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Required: Graduation from an accredited university with a Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition.
• Preferred: Clinical dietetics experience in an acute care setting.

LICENSES & CERTIFICATES

• Required: ADA credentials of Registered Dietitian (R.D.). State of Texas licensure – Licensed Dietitian (L.D.).

BENEFITS

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services.
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services.
• Paid time off, paid family leave, long‑ and short‑term disability coverage and leaves of absence.
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling.
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing.
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.