Clinical Dietitian — Transform Patient Nutrition

SNEB; Washington; On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Legacy Health is seeking a Dietitian to join a collaborative care team in Southwest Washington. You will partner with patients and care teams to deliver comprehensive nutrition services and medical nutrition therapy aligned with treatment goals.

In this role you will perform nutrition assessments, develop care plans, educate patients and families, and work with physicians and nurses and other professionals to optimize outcomes. Ongoing learning and quality improvement are encouraged.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or graduate degree in Nutrition and Dietetics from an accredited program.
• Completion of ACEND-accredited Dietitian Internship or Coordinated Program is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive nutrition assessments and identify patients at risk for malnutrition.
• Develop individualized nutrition care plans using evidence-based practice.
• Provide nutrition education and counseling to patients and families.
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
• Exercise order-writing privileges in accordance with CMS guidelines and hospital policy.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and best-practice development.
• Maintain professional competency through ongoing learning and development.

Skills

Communication

Independence

Nutrient analysis

MS Office

Computer basics

Education

BSc/MSc in Nutrition & Dietetics

ACEND-approved Dietitian Internship

Job description

Legacy Health is seeking a Dietitian to join a collaborative care team in Southwest Washington. You will partner with patients and care teams to deliver comprehensive nutrition services and medical nutrition therapy aligned with treatment goals.

In this role you will perform nutrition assessments, develop care plans, educate patients and families, and work with physicians and nurses and other professionals to optimize outcomes. Ongoing learning and quality improvement are encouraged.