Dietitian (Clinical)

Veterans Health Administration

Wichita (KS)

Remote

USD 60,000 - 116,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Veterans Health Administration in Wichita, KS, seeks a Clinical Dietitian in the Nutrition and Food Service at the Robert J. Dole VAMC. The role includes nutrition assessments, MNT planning, and interprofessional collaboration. Telework eligibility is noted, with a Monday–Friday schedule.

Responsibilities cover NCP-based assessments, ADIME documentation, nutritional support, and education tailored to Veterans, while maintaining productivity standards and care plans.

Qualifications

Education must be recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
ACEND-accredited programs are required for dietitians.

Responsibilities

Conduct nutrition assessments using the Nutritional Care Process (NCP) and determine nutrition diagnosis.
Develop and implement Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) and monitor outcomes.
Document MNT in the medical record using the ADIME format.
Plan and coordinate nutritional care for Veterans, including education and counseling.

Education

ACEND-accredited programs

Job description

Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

This Clinical Dietitian position is located in the Nutrition and Food Service at the Robert J. Dole VAMC.

Key Responsibilities

This position will be involved in the professional practice of dietetics in accordance with the guidance set forth in NFS directives, policies and procedures, and VA regulations governing the practice of dietetics.

The clinical dietitian may be scheduled and assigned to any nutrition practice area.Major Duties and Responsibilities: 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.

Identifies patients in need of nutritional support and recommends the appropriate mode of support, communicating appropriately with the health care team. Actively participates in formal and informal interdisciplinary team meetings. Completes care plans/Minimum Data Set (MOS) within established time frames. Assesses educational needs and provides nutrition education/counseling for individuals and groups that is tailored to the Veteran(s). Maintains productivity standards.

Planning, developing, and directing all nutritional care activities for assigned Veterans, including those with complex medical and nutritional needs Supporting the facility's mission and coordinating nutritional care with other health care providers, the Veteran, the Veteran's caregiver, and the community requiring expertise in a wide range of disease entities and treatment modalities Diagnosing nutrition problems and the nutrition ramifications of disease entities and medical treatment modalities Using assessment methodologies such as identifying physical signs of malnutrition, drug/nutrient interactions and depletions, and assessment of intake and nutrient losses Performing other related duties as assigned.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Functional Statement #: PD99529S Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

Requirements & Education

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: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html. 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 $60107 – $115649/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-20.

Who is eligible to apply?

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