Clinical Dietitian: Medical Nutrition Therapy & Care

Mercy; Rogers (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy-Rogers is seeking a Clinical Dietitian to provide evidence-based medical nutrition therapy and direct patient care across units, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to meet regulatory standards. You will participate in performance improvement projects, mentor dietetic interns, and lead nutrition education for staff and patients, including menu adaptations and tray line support.

Applicants should hold a Bachelor's in Nutrition and Dietetics with RD/LD licensure, prefer a Master's,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics.
• Master's Degree in Dietetics or related field preferred.
• 0–3 years of healthcare experience in clinical dietetics or healthcare food service.
• RD and LD status active; registry-eligible candidates must complete requirements within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical care and Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) across patient units.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to meet regulatory compliance and improve outcomes.
• Participate in Performance Improvement projects and serve on nutrition task forces.
• Educate dietetic interns and food service staff; lead competency training.
• Assist with modified diet menu hangs/substitutions and tray line support.
• Participate in rounds, in-services, and ongoing education for self and staff.

Skills

Advanced presentation skills

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Nutrition diagnosis

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics

Master's Degree in Dietetics or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Email/Outlook

Job description

Mercy-Rogers is seeking a Clinical Dietitian to provide evidence-based medical nutrition therapy and direct patient care across units, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to meet regulatory standards. You will participate in performance improvement projects, mentor dietetic interns, and lead nutrition education for staff and patients, including menu adaptations and tray line support.

Applicants should hold a Bachelor's in Nutrition and Dietetics with RD/LD licensure, prefer a Master's,