Clinical Dietitian: Nutrition Therapy & Patient Education

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

Job summary

MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center is seeking a Clinical Dietitian to assess patients, develop personalized nutrition plans, and monitor outcomes as part of the interdisciplinary care team.

You will educate patients and families on nutrition, manage specialized nutrition support, and ensure documentation aligns with care goals. A healthcare background and licensure are required, with opportunities to collaborate across services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in dietetics or equivalent required.
• 1-2 years of healthcare experience required.
• Current state licensure/registration required; active member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics; CNSD preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducts patient assessments to establish diet and food guidelines.
• Develops and implements medical nutrition therapy plans.
• Provides nutrition education to patients and families.
• Coordinates with physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and case managers.
• Monitors and adjusts nutrition plans to achieve clinical goals.
• Documentation of care plans and patient responses in medical records.
• Directs staff and participates in interdisciplinary rounds and committees.

Skills

Clinical nutrition

Nutritional assessment

Enteral nutrition

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in dietetics

Equivalent required

Job description

MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center is seeking a Clinical Dietitian to assess patients, develop personalized nutrition plans, and monitor outcomes as part of the interdisciplinary care team.

You will educate patients and families on nutrition, manage specialized nutrition support, and ensure documentation aligns with care goals. A healthcare background and licensure are required, with opportunities to collaborate across services.