Clinical Dietitian II: Advanced Medical Nutrition Therapy

MedStar Health; Clifton (VA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health in Virginia seeks a registered dietitian to provide comprehensive Medical Nutrition Therapy to inpatients with diverse medical conditions. You will assess, plan, implement, and monitor nutrition care per policy and standards.

Responsibilities include nutrition assessment, diet planning, and education; cross-coverage in NICU/Pediatrics if needed; ongoing literature review and professional development activities as part of the role.

Qualifications

• Current knowledge of clinical dietetics.
• Able to navigate EMR efficiently.
• Good communicator with peers and interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Consults with physicians and allied health professionals on patients' nutritional status and diet plans.
• Formulates nutrition assessments, evaluations, and follow-ups for at-risk patients.
• Provides in/outpatient diet rationale for self-management and education.
• Participates in clinical rounds and cross-coverage across units including NICU and Pediatrics.
• Reviews literature and presents at Journal Club and case studies to peers when possible.
• Maintains credentials and participates in professional development activities.

Skills

Clinical dietetics

EMR navigation

Communication

Time management

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor's in Food & Nutrition Science

Accredited Dietetic Internship

Master's degree (after Jan 1, 2024)

Tools

EMR software

Job description

MedStar Health in Virginia seeks a registered dietitian to provide comprehensive Medical Nutrition Therapy to inpatients with diverse medical conditions. You will assess, plan, implement, and monitor nutrition care per policy and standards.

Responsibilities include nutrition assessment, diet planning, and education; cross-coverage in NICU/Pediatrics if needed; ongoing literature review and professional development activities as part of the role.