Clinical Dietitian

Mary Bridge Children's Hospital; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical and retirement benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Mary Bridge Children's Hospital is seeking a Clinical Dietitian to join our Nutrition Services team in Tacoma, WA. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary care team to deliver medical nutrition therapy and support hospitalized and outpatient patients with evidence-based care plans.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition or related field, WA DOH licensure within 90 days, and a Registered Dietitian Credential (CDR).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nutrition or a related field is required.
• WA DOH license within 90 days of hire is required.
• Registered Dietitian Credential (CDR) with Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics required.
• Minimum two years clinical dietetics experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary healthcare team to provide medical nutrition therapy.
• Promote wellness and manage care for hospitalized and outpatient populations using evidence-based practices.
• Assess patient needs, develop and revise individualized care plans, and document actions per regulatory standards.

Skills

Medical nutrition therapy

Evidence-based practice

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nutrition or related field

Job description

Join One Team Mary Bridge

At Mary Bridge Children's Hospital & Health Network, kids and families are at the center of everything we do. Based in Tacoma, Washington, and serving communities throughout the South Sound, our nationally recognized pediatric hospital, clinics and specialty network bring together providers, nurses and team members dedicated to delivering exceptional care for children and families.

Recognized as a Top Children's Hospital by The Leapfrog Group and backed by a growing pediatric network, we're proud to make a difference in the lives of children and families every day while helping shape the future of children's healthcare.

FTE: .01, Shift: Day, Schedule: per diem

Position Summary

The Clinical Dietitian is a collaborative opportunity on our Nutrition Services team. In this role, you will ensure MultiCare patients have the best possible nutritional health care experiences.

Responsibilities

• You will collaborate with a multi-disciplinary healthcare team providing medical nutrition therapy
• You will promote wellness, maintenance of current health, and/or intervene in acute or chronic illness through evidence-based practices for hospitalized and outpatient populations
• You will assess patients' needs, make and/or revise individualized care plans, provide education and document actions in compliance with all regulatory and organization standards based on the patients' health care needs
• You will provide outstanding customer service in support of our organizational values while serving a diverse population

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Nutrition or a related field from an accredited college or university
• Certified Dietitian license through WA DOH within 90 days of hire
• Registered member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics is suggested
• Registered Dietitian Credential (CDR) with Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics required
• Minimum two (2) years clinical dietetics experience preferred

Where kids and families are always first

Everything we do starts with a commitment to children and families. From specialized pediatric care to family-centered support services, our teams work together to create a safe, compassionate and healing environment where every child can thrive.

For more than 70 years, Mary Bridge Children's has cared for children across the South Sound and beyond. Today, that legacy continues through a network of pediatric specialists, clinics and hospital services anchored by a new state-of-the-art pediatric hospital designed specifically for children, families and care teams.

Why Choose Mary Bridge Children's?

One Team Mary Bridge

Providers, nurses and staff come together as one team to deliver compassionate, high-quality care for children and families across the region.

Award-winning pediatric care

Named a Top Children's Hospital by The Leapfrog Group six times in the past eight years, recognizing excellence in patient quality and safety.

A new era of children's care

Work in a state-of-the-art pediatric hospital and medical office building designed specifically for children, families and care teams.

A growing pediatric network

Opportunities across hospital, specialty, primary care and urgent care settings, supported by a Level IV NICU and comprehensive pediatric specialty network.

Career growth

Continuing education, leadership development and advancement opportunities supported by one of the region's largest health systems.

Pacific Northwest lifestyle

Enjoy vibrant communities, outdoor adventure and easy access to waterfronts, mountains and everything the South Sound has to offer.

Pay and Benefit Expectations

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $37.53 - $64.18 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.

Associated benefit information can be viewed here.