Clinical Dietitian: Nutrition Therapy & Patient Education

Sweetwater Care; Fowler (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Sweetwater Care is seeking a clinical dietitian to guide patients through nutrition plans, assess dietary needs, and coordinate with medical teams. You will design personalized nutrition strategies, educate patients and families, and monitor outcomes to improve health through evidence-based practices.

The role emphasizes collaboration with physicians and other healthcare professionals, adherence to standards, and ongoing involvement in quality improvement initiatives within inpatient and

Qualifications

• Understanding and applying the nutrition care procedure.
• Knowledge of medical nutrition therapy and nutrition services.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, staff, and doctors.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients to adopt long-lasting lifestyle changes and dietary practices.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure comprehensive nutrition care.
• Create nutrition plans and monitor patient responses to therapy.
• Educate patients and families on dietary requirements and nutrition needs.
• Document patient information and nutrition interventions clearly.

Skills

Nutrition care

MNT knowledge

Teamwork

Communication

Autonomy

Advising others

Office software

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheet

Nutrient analysis

Job description

Sweetwater Care is seeking a clinical dietitian to guide patients through nutrition plans, assess dietary needs, and coordinate with medical teams. You will design personalized nutrition strategies, educate patients and families, and monitor outcomes to improve health through evidence-based practices.

The role emphasizes collaboration with physicians and other healthcare professionals, adherence to standards, and ongoing involvement in quality improvement initiatives within inpatient and