Clinical Dietitian - PRN

Memorial Physician Practices; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

Financial Protection & PTO

Financial & Career Growth

Employee Well-being

Professional Development

Job summary

Memorial Physician Practices in Dallas, Texas is seeking a Clinical Dietitian to provide clinical nutrition services for hospitalized patients. The successful candidate will conduct assessments, ensure compliance with dietary standards, and educate staff on therapeutic diets.

This position offers comprehensive benefits including medical and dental coverage, financial protection, professional development opportunities, and well-being programs, aimed at fostering a supportive environment for both employees and patients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Dietetics or a nutrition-related field.
• Registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
• Prior acute-care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical nutrition services for hospitalized patients.
• Conduct initial nutrition assessments for all admitted patients.
• Ensure timely documentation in accordance with standards.
• Oversee the menu management process.
• Educate staff on therapeutic diets and allergens.

Skills

Clinical nutrition assessment

Care planning

Clear documentation

Effective teaching/presentation

Collaboration across disciplines

Survey readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Dietetics

Job description

Your experience matters

Methodist Rehab Hospital is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritizing your wellbeing so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Clinical Dietitian joining our team, you’ll be part of a mission to make communities healthier.

Registered Dietitian Position Summary

Provides clinical nutrition services for hospitalized patients, including assessment, care planning, education, and discharge coordination. Oversees menu management and staff education related to therapeutic diets, allergens, and nutrition standards. Actively supports regulatory survey readiness and on-site survey activities to ensure compliance.

How you'll contribute

A clinical dietitian who excels in this role:

• Participate in the survey process: guide staff on conduct and disclosure, maintain an on-site presence with surveyors, coordinate timely information requests, and initiate corrective action during surveys as appropriate; collaborate with hospital departments to develop plans of correction.
• Conduct initial nutrition assessments and reassessments for all admitted patients; prioritize high-risk referrals per policy.
• Ensure complete and timely documentation (assessments, care plans, education, discharge planning) in accordance with hospital policy and regulatory standards.
• Provide oversight of the menu management process to align offerings with therapeutic diet orders and patient needs.
• Educate managers and staff on therapeutic diets, food allergens, and related topics; serve as a subject‑matter resource.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Education: Bachelor's degree or higher in Dietetics or a nutrition-related field.

Credentials/Licensure: Registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration; state license/certification if required.

Experience: Prior acute‑care experience preferred.

Skills: Clinical nutrition assessment and care planning; clear documentation; knowledge of therapeutic diets and allergen management; effective teaching/presentation skills; ability to collaborate across disciplines; strong organization and follow‑through; survey readiness and compliance awareness.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full‑time and part‑time employees.

• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.

• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.

• Employee Well‑being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).

• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

EEOC Statement

Methodist Rehab Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Methodist Rehab Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.