Clinical Dietitian: Inpatient Nutrition Specialist

MedStar Health; Gainesville (VA); Presencial; USD 73.000 - 130.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

MedStar Health seeks an experienced inpatient Clinical Dietitian to provide comprehensive Medical Nutrition Therapy for inpatients with diverse conditions. You will conduct malnutrition assessments, nutrition-focused exams, and create diet plans aligned with policies and standards.

The role includes collaboration with physicians, dietitians, and nurses, with opportunities to present at Journal Club and participate in education materials and policy updates.

Formación

• Requires Bachelor's degree in Food & Nutrition Science with accredited dietetic internship.
• Master's degree required if completed after January 1, 2024.
• Minimum 5–7 years progressive clinical nutrition experience required.
• Alternatively, 3–4 years with a specialty certification recognized by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and/or CODR is preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Consult with physicians and other health professionals regarding patients' nutritional status and diet plans.
• Formulate nutrition assessment, evaluation and follow-up plans for patients at nutrition risk.
• Consult in/outpatients on diet rationale for self-management.
• Participate in clinical rounds and interdepartmental meetings; cross-cover as needed.
• Review literature and present Journal Club findings; present at least one case study annually.
• Maintain CDR credentials and DC Licensure; complete yearly competencies.
• Provide cross-coverage for in/outpatient services.

Conocimientos

Clinical dietetics

EMR navigation

Public speaking

Time management

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Multitasking

Flexibility

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Food & Nutrition Science

Dietetic internship (accredited)

Master's degree (required after 2024-01-01)

Descripción del empleo

MedStar Health seeks an experienced inpatient Clinical Dietitian to provide comprehensive Medical Nutrition Therapy for inpatients with diverse conditions. You will conduct malnutrition assessments, nutrition-focused exams, and create diet plans aligned with policies and standards.

The role includes collaboration with physicians, dietitians, and nurses, with opportunities to present at Journal Club and participate in education materials and policy updates.