Clinical Dietitian: Nutrition Care & Education Leader

MedStar Health; Rosedale (MD); On-site; USD 62,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health in Maryland is seeking a Dietitian/Nutritionist to monitor physician-ordered therapeutic diets, provide nutrition education, and support the development of nutrition projects and educational programs.

You will document patient care, participate in rounds, and educate patients on modified diets while collaborating with physicians, nurses, and staff. Licensing requirements apply and prior experience is not required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics or nutrition-related field.
• ADA registration and MD license within 180 days required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitors physician-ordered therapeutic diets and provides nutritional education to patients.
• Documents patient care in the medical record and prepares required documentation.
• Educates patients on modified diets and discusses care with patients and families.
• Participates in rounds and care plan meetings, serving as a nutrition resource to staff.
• Represents the department on quality improvement teams and tracks patient care data.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Basic computer skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Dietetics

Tools

Computrition

Job description

MedStar Health in Maryland is seeking a Dietitian/Nutritionist to monitor physician-ordered therapeutic diets, provide nutrition education, and support the development of nutrition projects and educational programs.

You will document patient care, participate in rounds, and educate patients on modified diets while collaborating with physicians, nurses, and staff. Licensing requirements apply and prior experience is not required.