Clinical Dietitian (RDN) – EDRP Eligible & Impactful

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Martinsburg (WV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Dietitian to support clinical nutrition services within the VHA system, including eligibility for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP).

Candidates must meet basic requirements, including U.S. citizenship, English proficiency, and RDN/RD credential or qualifying alternatives for GS-07/09 levels, with opportunities to advance to GS-11 based on experience and credentials.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship required; non-citizens may be appointed only as allowed by VA policy.
• English language proficiency required for dietitian roles per policy.
• RDN or RD credential required; non-credentialed candidates may be considered at GS-07/09 with restrictions and eventual credentialing.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional dietitian services in accordance with the Nutrition Care Process.
• Collaborate with Food Operations and Food Service to ensure patient dining satisfaction.
• Uphold accreditation and regulatory standards and contribute to performance improvement initiatives.

Skills

English language proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in dietetics or related field

Master's degree in dietetics or closely related field

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Dietitian to support clinical nutrition services within the VHA system, including eligibility for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP).

Candidates must meet basic requirements, including U.S. citizenship, English proficiency, and RDN/RD credential or qualifying alternatives for GS-07/09 levels, with opportunities to advance to GS-11 based on experience and credentials.