Dietitian (Clinical)

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

The Dietitian (Clinical) at the Department of Veterans Affairs delivers comprehensive clinical nutrition services to Veterans within Nutrition and Food Services (NFS). He/she conducts nutrition assessments, develops and implements Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT), monitors outcomes, and provides nutrition education and counseling.

GS-07/09/11 developmental roles with increasing responsibilities; collaborates with healthcare teams, documents care using ADIME, and supports patient-centered care and

Qualifications

• Assess nutrition status and provide MNT under supervision.
• Document care using ADIME in patient records.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for patient care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct nutrition assessments for patients with varying acuity.
• Develop and implement Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT).
• Calculate nutrient requirements and diet restrictions.
• Provide nutrition education to Veterans and caregivers.
• Coordinate with interdisciplinary teams and maintain documentation.

Skills

Nutrition assessment

Medical Nutrition Therapy

ADIME documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Dietitian degree

Tools

Electronic Health Record

NCP usage

Job description

• Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

The Dietitian (Clinical) serves within Nutrition and Food Services (NFS) and provides comprehensive clinical nutrition services to Veterans. The incumbent conducts nutrition assessments, develops and implements Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT), monitors patient outcomes, and provides nutrition education and counseling.

Key Responsibilities

The position collaborates with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate patient-centered care and improve health outcomes. Employees at the GS-07 and GS-09 levels function in developmental assignments with increasing responsibility and complexity, while the GS-11 level serves as the full performance level, functioning independently in providing clinical nutrition expertise for patients with complex medical and nutritional needs.

The Dietitian applies evidence-based nutrition practices, supports quality improvement initiatives, maintains clinical documentation, and collaborates with Food Operations to enhance the Veteran dining experience and patient satisfaction. The position is committed to delivering safe, high-quality, Veteran-centered care while supporting the mission of the Veterans Health Administration.

GS-07 Dietitian (Clinical) Major Duties Conduct nutrition assessments for patients with lower-acuity conditions using the Nutrition Care Process (NCP). Develop and implement Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) under supervision and monitor patient outcomes. Document nutrition care using the ADIME format in the medical record. Calculate nutrient requirements, diet restrictions, and food-drug interactions.

Identify patients requiring nutrition support and communicate recommendations to the healthcare team. Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and patient care planning. Provide nutrition education and counseling to Veterans and caregivers. Maintain clinical productivity standards and accurate documentation. Manage clinic schedules to maximize access to nutrition services. Support quality improvement activities and compliance with accrediting standards.

GS-09 Dietitian (Clinical) Major Duties Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments using the Nutrition Care Process (NCP), including nutrition-focused physical examinations. Develop, implement, evaluate, and modify Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) plans. Calculate nutrition requirements and tailor diet prescriptions to individual patient needs. Recommend appropriate nutrition support interventions and coordinate with the healthcare team.

Document patient care using the ADIME format in the electronic health record. Provide individualized and group nutrition education and counseling. Participate in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings. Maintain clinical activity records and productivity standards. Participate in service planning, policy implementation, and performance improvement initiatives. Serve as a liaison between clinical units and Food Operations to support patient care and satisfaction.

GS-11 Dietitian (Clinical) Major Duties Serve as the medical nutrition expert and independently provide clinical nutrition services for patients with complex medical and nutritional needs. Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments and establish nutrition diagnoses using evidence-based practices. Develop, implement, monitor, and evaluate Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) interventions.

Calculate nutrient requirements and prescribe therapeutic diets tailored to individual patient needs. Recommend and coordinate nutrition support interventions with interdisciplinary healthcare teams. Provide specialized nutrition education and counseling to Veterans and caregivers. Utilize virtual care technology to improve access to nutrition services. Lead quality improvement activities and implementation of new clinical initiatives.

Analyze data, develop performance measures, and initiate corrective actions to improve patient care outcomes. Collaborate with leadership and Food Operations to enhance the Veteran dining experience and patient satisfaction. Work Schedule: 8:00am - 4:30pm, Monday thru Friday (ADHOC eligible) Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: GS07 99531-S, GS09 99530-S, & GS11 99529-S Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorize

Requirements & Education

Documentation is required to verify that the degree was obtained from a U.S. Department of Education accredited institution. Applicants using foreign education must submit a credential evaluation (Certificate of Foreign Equivalency) with their transcripts for consideration. Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment.

You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

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 $53740 - $103399/yr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-19.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.