Clinical Dietitian- Sign on Bonus

Davita Inc.; Parkersburg (WV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Medical Nutrition Therapist to collaborate with a medical team and deliver optimal nutrition therapy across patient demographics. The successful candidate will ensure high-quality service, perform assessments, and educate both interns and staff while adhering to licensing requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of clinical experience preferred.
• Registration and state licensure required.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive, high-quality medical nutrition therapy to patients.
• Document nutrition assessments and communicate with physicians.
• Supervise and guide nutritional therapy support team activities.

Skills

Computer literacy

Organizational skills

Basic math skills

Education

Registration with the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics

Licensure through the West Virginia Board of Licensed Dietitians

Job description

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This position works with the medical team to provide optimal medical nutrition therapy to all patients, including infants, pediatrics, adults, and geriatrics. The role involves collaborating with other department members to improve food service and quality care to patients.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

• Registration with the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics.
• Licensure through the West Virginia Board of Licensed Dietitians, or applicable state licensure where services will be performed.
• State criminal background check, and federal if applicable, as required for state department of health (e.g., PA DOH, OH DOH, MD DOH, WV DHHR) regulated areas based on work location.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

EXPERIENCE:

• One year of clinical experience preferred.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following outlines the general responsibilities of this role. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

1. Provide comprehensive, high-quality medical nutrition therapy to patients.
2. Complete physician-ordered consults and instructions according to standards of care and document in medical records. Communicate with physicians regarding concerns or recommendations.
3. Document NPO/Clear Liquid notes by day five and follow-up until nutrition is provided, unless contraindicated.
4. Accurately complete and document calorie counts; provide summaries within 24 hours if results influence nutritional recommendations.
5. Calculate and report nitrogen balance and metabolic cart study results promptly and accurately.
6. Perform and document nutrition assessments on high-risk patients, including diet appropriateness, tube feeding adequacy, laboratory values, drug-nutrient interactions, and care plan development.
7. Utilize order writing privileges (with physician co-signature) for Medical Nutrition Therapies within scope of practice, as approved by hospital policies.
8. Maintain current registration, licensure, and clinical competency, verified through annual performance evaluations.
9. Follow up on assessments and consults according to standards.
10. Participate in local or national meetings/conferences as required.
11. Supervise and guide nutritional therapy support team activities, document errors or interactions, and participate in disciplinary actions when necessary.
12. Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other staff to optimize patient nutrition care, including diet modifications and medication timing.
13. Address patient food complaints, provide alternatives, and coordinate with food service management.
14. Develop and teach educational sessions for interns and other healthcare personnel, including community outreach.
15. Mentor interns, review their documentation, and evaluate their progress during rotations.
16. Present in-services and lectures to healthcare teams and community groups as requested.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Frequent walking, sitting, and standing are necessary to perform essential functions. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for disabilities.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Work primarily occurs in patient care units, with some office, classroom, and community speaking engagements. Accommodations will be made as needed.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Basic math skills.
• Computer literacy.
• Organizational skills and adaptability to work volume fluctuations.
• Availability to work Saturdays, some holidays, and attend occasional evening meetings.
• Positive interaction with co-workers, patients, families, and medical staff.

Scheduled weekly hours: 40

Shift: Exempt

Location: CCMC Camden Clark Medical Center, 800 Garfield Ave, Parkersburg, WV

WVUHS is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace, and strictly prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, or other protected characteristics.