Clinical Dietitian II: Nutrition Program Leader

CHRISTUS Health; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health seeks a seasoned Dietitian Manager to oversee dietitians, dietetic technicians, and support staff. You will develop policies for departmental dietary activities and partner with medical staff to meet nutritional care standards for all patients.

You will assess nutritional status, identify at-risk patients, and educate patients with special needs while ensuring quality of care and proper food service operations. This role also provides clinical coverage and staff guidance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Dietetics from an accredited program.
• Graduate of an accredited Clinical Dietitian program.
• Ability to assess nutritional status across patients of all ages.
• Licensed Dietitian in Texas (or eligibility) mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Direct a comprehensive nutrition program for patient care.
• Interview and hire clinical dietitians and dietetic technicians.
• Develop policies and procedures for departmental dietary activities.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and admins to ensure care standards.
• Provide clinical coverage and educate staff and patients.
• Develop and monitor quality assurance plans for care standards.
• Assist in staffing decisions and resource allocation as needed.
• Fill in for manager when required.

Skills

Leadership

Nutrition assessment

Staff interviewing

Policy development

Education

Bachelor of Science in Dietetics

Licensed Dietitian in Texas

Tools

Healthstream (HLC) modules

Job description

CHRISTUS Health seeks a seasoned Dietitian Manager to oversee dietitians, dietetic technicians, and support staff. You will develop policies for departmental dietary activities and partner with medical staff to meet nutritional care standards for all patients.

You will assess nutritional status, identify at-risk patients, and educate patients with special needs while ensuring quality of care and proper food service operations. This role also provides clinical coverage and staff guidance.