Clinical Dietitian: Medical Nutrition Therapy & Care

HCA Houston Healthcare; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

HCA Houston Healthcare is seeking a Clinical Dietitian to join our hospital team in Houston. You will deliver Medical Nutrition Therapy, collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team, and tailor plans for patients across ages and acuities. Responsibilities include nutrition screenings, assessments, counseling, and documenting outcomes.

The role emphasizes adherence to care guidelines and ethical practice, with focus on evidence-based nutrition care and nursing support for diverse patient needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or equivalent.
• ACEND-accredited supervised practice program completed.
• 1-2 years hospital clinical nutrition experience preferred.
• Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Dietetic Registration.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate as part of the interdisciplinary healthcare team to provide high-quality medical nutrition therapy.
• Perform nutrition screenings and assessments per policy.
• Develop and implement individualized nutrition plans of care.
• Evaluate outcomes of medical nutrition therapy interventions and adjust as needed.
• Provide nutrition counseling to patients, families, and caregivers.
• Adhere to nutrition care guidelines and ethical standards.

Skills

Medical Nutrition Therapy

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Nutrition assessment

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or equivalent

ACEND-accredited supervised practice program

1-2 years hospital clinical nutrition experience

Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Dietetic Registration

Job description

HCA Houston Healthcare is seeking a Clinical Dietitian to join our hospital team in Houston. You will deliver Medical Nutrition Therapy, collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team, and tailor plans for patients across ages and acuities. Responsibilities include nutrition screenings, assessments, counseling, and documenting outcomes.

The role emphasizes adherence to care guidelines and ethical practice, with focus on evidence-based nutrition care and nursing support for diverse patient needs.