Dietitian (Clinical)

Veterans Health Administration

Philadelphia (Philadelphia County)

On-site

USD 56,000 - 107,000

Full time

13 days ago

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Job summary

Veterans Health Administration in Philadelphia seeks a Dietitian (Clinical) to coordinate nutritional care for Veterans alongside the health care team. The role focuses on conducting nutrition assessments, developing and implementing Medical Nutrition Therapy, and documenting plans in the medical record.

Responsibilities include monitoring patient outcomes, tailoring diet prescriptions, and communicating with the team; telework is eligible and the schedule is Monday–Friday with occasional

Qualifications

ACEND accredited program completion or eligibility.
Develops and implements Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) using the Nutrition Care Process.

Responsibilities

Conduct nutrition assessments for patients using the NCP.
Develop and implement Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) to address nutrition diagnoses.
Document MNT in the medical record using the ADIME format and monitor outcomes.
Coordinate with healthcare team and patient to tailor diet prescriptions.
Work schedule Monday–Friday 0800–1630; telework eligibility.

Skills

Dietitian (Clinical)

Education

ACEND accredited dietetics program

Job description

Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

The incumbent serves as a Dietitian (Clinical) within the Clinical Section of NFS at the Corporal Michael J. Crescenz Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Philadelphia, PA. Clinical Dietitians coordinate nutritional care of Veterans with other health care providers, the Veteran, the Veteran's caregiver and the community.

Key Responsibilities

Duties include, but not limited to: Conducts nutrition assessments for patients with lower acuity using the Nutritional Care Process (NCP), including nutrition focused physical examinations, to establish a nutrition diagnosis and determine risk and/or degree of malnutrition. Develops and implements Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) to address the nutrition diagnosis, evaluates and monitors the effectiveness and outcomes of MNT interventions.

Modifies the plan as needed to achieve positive patient outcomes. Documents MNT in the medical record using the Assessment, Diagnosis, Intervention, Monitoring, Evaluation (ADIME) format. Calculates nutrient requirements and necessary diet restrictions or food and drug interactions tailoring the diet prescription to each individual patient. Documents MNT in the medical record using the Assessment, Diagnosis, Intervention, Monitoring, Evaluation (ADIME) format.

Functions independently and accurately when record keeping. Identifies patients in need of nutritional support and recommends the appropriate mode of support and communicates appropriately with the health care team. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 0800-1630 with occasional weekends and holidays. Telework: Ad hoc Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

Functional Statement #: PD99529S Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

Requirements & Education

ACEND accredited programs are located on the ACEND website or at ACEND Accredited Programs Directory.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $55602 – $106982/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?