Clinical Dietitian: Nutrition Therapy and Education Leader

North Mississippi Health Services; Tupelo (MS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

North Mississippi Health Services is seeking a Dietitian to conduct nutritional assessments, develop care plans and monitor patient progress for medical nutrition therapy. The role includes counseling patients with dietary needs, teaching staff, and mentoring peers and assistants in patient care.

The Dietitian will collaborate with the healthcare team, ensure regulatory compliance, and contribute to budgetary awareness while working independently to optimize nutrition services for patients and

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills for coordinating with healthcare teams
• Ability to work independently and make informed clinical decisions
• Knowledge of regulatory standards in nutrition care and food service

Responsibilities

• Conduct nutritional assessments and develop medical nutrition therapy care plans
• Provide individual counseling for patients with dietary needs and educate staff on diet services
• Mentor dietetic interns and assistants; collaborate with CDM and nursing teams
• Document nutrition recommendations in medical records and participate in performance improvement activities
• Assist in budget planning and monitor costs related to food service and nutrition programs

Job description

North Mississippi Health Services is seeking a Dietitian to conduct nutritional assessments, develop care plans and monitor patient progress for medical nutrition therapy. The role includes counseling patients with dietary needs, teaching staff, and mentoring peers and assistants in patient care.

The Dietitian will collaborate with the healthcare team, ensure regulatory compliance, and contribute to budgetary awareness while working independently to optimize nutrition services for patients and