Clinical Dietitian – Patient-Centered Nutrition & Education

University of Missouri Health Care; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 43,000 - 61,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement options

Tuition assistance

Employee discounts

Job summary

The University of Missouri Health Care is seeking a Clinical Dietitian to join MU Health Care's Clinical Nutrition team on a PRN basis. This on-site role supports patient care with nutrition assessments, education, and collaboration with medical staff in a fast-paced hospital environment.

The ideal candidate will hold Missouri licensure, RD/RDN credential, and demonstrate strong communication, problem-solving, and commitment to ongoing learning.

Qualifications

• Effective communication with medical teams and patients.
• Ability to provide patient education and counseling.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Teamwork and collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Provide nutrition assessments and diagnoses as per standards and protocols.
• Individualize nutrition interventions and monitor patient progress toward goals.
• Educate patients, dietetic students, and interns; develop educational materials.
• Coordinate with nursing, medical staff; participate in rounds and discharge planning.
• Assist in planning, policies, and orientation of new staff; support performance improvement.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient education

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Attention to detail

Lifelong learning

Education

Master's degree

Job description

The University of Missouri Health Care is seeking a Clinical Dietitian to join MU Health Care's Clinical Nutrition team on a PRN basis. This on-site role supports patient care with nutrition assessments, education, and collaboration with medical staff in a fast-paced hospital environment.

The ideal candidate will hold Missouri licensure, RD/RDN credential, and demonstrate strong communication, problem-solving, and commitment to ongoing learning.