Clinical Dietitian I: Inpatient Nutrition & Care Rounds

MedStar Health; Bryans Road (MD); On-site; USD 61,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health is seeking a Clinical Dietitian to provide comprehensive Medical Nutrition Therapy to inpatients with various medical conditions at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital. You will perform malnutrition assessments, nutrition-focused exams, and develop diet education and nutrition support plans.

The role requires collaboration with physicians and the interprofessional team, cross-training across Neonatal ICU and Pediatrics as needed, and active participation in scholarly activity

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Food & Nutrition Science with accredited dietetic internship (RDE considered).
• Master's degree from an accredited college or university if completed after Jan 1 2024.

Responsibilities

• Consult with physicians and health professionals regarding patients' nutritional statuses and diet plans.
• Formulate nutrition assessment and follow-up plans for patients at nutrition risk.
• Participate in clinical rounds and department meetings; document findings in medical records.
• Cross-cover and train in Neonatal ICU and Pediatrics as needed.
• Review literature and present findings; engage in professional development.

Skills

Clinical dietetics

EMR navigation

Communication

Time management

Public speaking

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's in Nutrition

Master's degree

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

MedStar Health is seeking a Clinical Dietitian to provide comprehensive Medical Nutrition Therapy to inpatients with various medical conditions at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital. You will perform malnutrition assessments, nutrition-focused exams, and develop diet education and nutrition support plans.

The role requires collaboration with physicians and the interprofessional team, cross-training across Neonatal ICU and Pediatrics as needed, and active participation in scholarly activity