Clinical Dietitian - Medical Nutrition Therapy & Education

MedStar Health; Upper Marlboro (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health is seeking a Clinical Dietitian at MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center. The role involves assessing patients, developing nutrition plans, and counseling patients and families on specialized dietary needs within the care team.

The position requires licensure/registration and a strong foundation in medical nutrition therapy. Ideal candidates have 1–2 years in a healthcare setting, a bachelor’s degree in dietetics or nutrition, and active membership in the Academy of Nutrition

Qualifications

• State licensure/registration required.
• Active member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics required.
• CNSD - Certified Nutrition Support Dietitian preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients to establish diet and food guidelines.
• Review medical orders and develop individualized nutrition plans.
• Provide nutrition counseling to patients and families; coordinate with care team.

Skills

Licensure/Registration

AND membership

CNSD preferred

Education

Bachelor's degree in dietetics or nutrition

Equivalent degree accepted

Job description

MedStar Health is seeking a Clinical Dietitian at MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center. The role involves assessing patients, developing nutrition plans, and counseling patients and families on specialized dietary needs within the care team.

The position requires licensure/registration and a strong foundation in medical nutrition therapy. Ideal candidates have 1–2 years in a healthcare setting, a bachelor’s degree in dietetics or nutrition, and active membership in the Academy of Nutrition