Clinical Dietitian: Nutrition Care & Education Lead

Tenet Healthcare Corporation; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Tenet Healthcare Corporation is seeking a Clinical Dietitian to provide specialized nutrition services, including assessments, education, and nutrition care planning.

The role involves collaborating with the care team to identify nutrition needs, perform screenings, and participate in policy development. LICENSURE by the Texas State Board and Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics registration are required, with CNSC/CDE/CSP/CSSD/CSR certifications preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in dietetics from ACEND-accredited program.
• Master’s or Doctorate in nutrition/dietetics preferred.
• 3–5 years’ experience post credentialing (may substitute advanced degree).
• Current licensure by the Texas State Board of Examiners for Dietitians.
• Current registration with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and CNSC/CDE/CSP/CSG/CSSD/CSR certification.

Responsibilities

• Assess nutritional status based on medical records, patient, and team input.
• Teach patients and families using appropriate educational materials.
• Perform nutrient intake analysis and nutrition screening.
• Develop policies and procedures for nutrition care and tray services.
• Assign nutrition care tasks to dietetic technicians.
• Serve as a preceptor for dietetic interns and students.
• Relieve diet office staff as assigned.

Skills

Nutritional assessment

Patient education

Nutrition screening

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Dietetics

Master’s or Doctorate in nutrition/dietetics

Job description

Tenet Healthcare Corporation is seeking a Clinical Dietitian to provide specialized nutrition services, including assessments, education, and nutrition care planning.

The role involves collaborating with the care team to identify nutrition needs, perform screenings, and participate in policy development. LICENSURE by the Texas State Board and Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics registration are required, with CNSC/CDE/CSP/CSSD/CSR certifications preferred.