Clinical Dietitian — Transform Patient Nutrition & Care

Sweetwater Care; Exeter (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweetwater Care is seeking a clinical dietitian to assess nutritional needs and design medical nutrition therapy plans in collaboration with the healthcare team. You will help patients adopt healthier eating habits and tailor plans to individual conditions.

Responsibilities include conducting nutrition assessments, educating patients and families, and participating in quality improvement to enhance patient care and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Understanding of and aptitude for applying all elements of the nutrition care procedure.
• Comprehensive understanding of and application of medical nutrition therapy and nutrition services.
• Skills in teamwork, problem-solving, and decision-making.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, the public, hospital staff, and doctors.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients in adopting long-lasting lifestyle changes and teach dietary recommendations.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive treatments.
• Speak with doctors to determine the best nutrition actions for patients.
• Perform nutrition assessments and tailor nutrition prescriptions to patient needs.
• Educate patients and families about dietary requirements and nutrition needs.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives within the Nutrition Therapy team and clinical MDT.

Skills

Nutrition care

Medical nutrition therapy

Teamwork

Communication

Autonomy

Education

Job description

Sweetwater Care is seeking a clinical dietitian to assess nutritional needs and design medical nutrition therapy plans in collaboration with the healthcare team. You will help patients adopt healthier eating habits and tailor plans to individual conditions.

Responsibilities include conducting nutrition assessments, educating patients and families, and participating in quality improvement to enhance patient care and outcomes.