Clinical Dietitian: Weight Management & NCP Expert

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Nutrition and Food Service seeks a Dietitian (Clinical) to provide expert nutrition care using the NCP, with autonomy in practice and focus on complex cases.

BS with RDN credential required; non-credentialed candidates may qualify for temporary appointment. ACEND accreditation verification required; English proficiency essential. GS-07 to GS-11 levels apply, with ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Must hold the RDN credential from the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).
• For non-credentialed Dietitians, temporary appointment possible with specific requirements.
• Degrees outside the U.S. must meet ACEND International standards.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the medical nutrition expert for patients, including those with complex needs.
• Apply evidenced-based nutrition practice guidelines using the NCP.
• Work autonomously under supervision to advance patient care.

Skills

English proficiency

Autonomy in practice

Education

RDN credential

Bachelor's degree or higher

ACEND accredited program

Master's degree

English language proficiency

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Nutrition and Food Service seeks a Dietitian (Clinical) to provide expert nutrition care using the NCP, with autonomy in practice and focus on complex cases.

BS with RDN credential required; non-credentialed candidates may qualify for temporary appointment. ACEND accreditation verification required; English proficiency essential. GS-07 to GS-11 levels apply, with ongoing professional development.