Clinical Dietitian (HBPC/Outpatient) - Travel-Heavy

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Williamsport (Lycoming County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Williamsport, PA seeks a full-performance Dietitian (Clinical) to deliver medical nutrition therapy in outpatient and Home Based Primary Care (HBPC) within the Clinical Section of NFS.

You will apply evidence-based nutrition guidelines, coordinating care with the Veteran and health-care team. Autonomy in clinical decisions, documentation in ADIME, and regular interdisciplinary collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• United States Citizenship required (non-citizens allowed only per VA policy)
• Must be registered with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) as an RDN or RD
• Current VHA Dietitians may not be promoted if they do not meet RDN/RD requirements
• Preferred experience: Diabetic education in outpatient settings (2–3 years)
• Reference: see VA Qualification Standards page for details
• Physical requirements: predominantly sedentary with some walking
• Travel required for >50% of the time

Responsibilities

• Conducts comprehensive nutrition assessments using the Nutritional Care Process (NCP) and nutrition-focused physical exams to determine risk and malnutrition level
• Develops and implements Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) to address nutrition diagnoses and monitors outcomes
• Tailors diet prescriptions, accounting for nutrient requirements and potential food-drug interactions
• Documents MNT in the medical record using the ADIME format
• Functions independently in record-keeping and coordinates with the health care team
• Identifies patients needing nutritional support and recommends appropriate care modalities
• Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings and provides nutrition education to Veterans and groups
• Utilizes virtual care technology to improve access to care
• Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m
• Telework: Not available

Skills

NCP knowledge

MNT planning

Clinical nutrition

Education

Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) or Registered Dietitian (RD)

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Williamsport, PA seeks a full-performance Dietitian (Clinical) to deliver medical nutrition therapy in outpatient and Home Based Primary Care (HBPC) within the Clinical Section of NFS.

You will apply evidence-based nutrition guidelines, coordinating care with the Veteran and health-care team. Autonomy in clinical decisions, documentation in ADIME, and regular interdisciplinary collaboration are essential.