Clinical Dietitian II, Inpatient Nutrition Expert

MedStar Health; Clinton (MD); On-site; USD 73,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health seeks a Dietitian to deliver inpatient Medical Nutrition Therapy across diverse medical conditions. The role involves nutrition assessments, treatment planning, and collaboration with physicians and the care team.

You will document care in the electronic medical record and participate in rounds, education, and professional development. Qualified candidates hold a Bachelor’s in Nutrition Science with an accredited dietetic internship and must have or obtain state licensure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Food & Nutrition Science with accredited dietetic internship completed.
• Master’s degree required for hires after Jan 1, 2024.
• Active registration as a Dietitian and licensure per regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide Medical Nutrition Therapy to inpatients across medical conditions.
• Consult with physicians on nutrition plans and document in medical records.
• Develop nutrition assessment, evaluation and follow-up plans.
• Participate in rounds and cross-coverage across units as needed.
• Present literature findings and case studies to peers annually.
• Maintain credentials and participate in quality improvement activities.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food & Nutrition Science

Dietetic internship completion

Master's degree (required after Jan 1, 2024)

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Microsoft Word

Job description

MedStar Health seeks a Dietitian to deliver inpatient Medical Nutrition Therapy across diverse medical conditions. The role involves nutrition assessments, treatment planning, and collaboration with physicians and the care team.

You will document care in the electronic medical record and participate in rounds, education, and professional development. Qualified candidates hold a Bachelor’s in Nutrition Science with an accredited dietetic internship and must have or obtain state licensure.