Dietitian I PRN

MedStar Health; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 72,758 - 130,041; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health in Sterling, Virginia is seeking a qualified Medical Nutrition Therapist to provide comprehensive care for inpatients. The role involves consulting with healthcare professionals, assessing nutrition needs, and formulating treatment plans.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's in Food & Nutrition Science, have at least five years of clinical nutrition experience, and hold necessary certifications. This position offers a hiring range of $72,758 to $130,041 annually.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive clinical nutrition experience.
• Specialty certification recognized by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics preferred.
• Current CDR credentials and DC Licensure.

Responsibilities

• Provides comprehensive Medical Nutrition Therapy to inpatients.
• Consults with healthcare professionals regarding nutritional status.
• Formulates nutrition assessment and treatment plans.

Skills

Current knowledge of clinical dietetics

Able to navigate Electronic Medical Record efficiently

Good communicator

Time management skills

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food & Nutrition Science

Master's degree in related field

Job description

About this Job

General Summary of Position

Provides comprehensive Medical Nutrition Therapy to inpatients with a variety of medical conditions. This includes but is not limited to performing malnutrition assessments, nutrition focused physical exams, diet education and providing nutrition support recommendations. These functions are performed in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations and MedStar Georgetown University Hospital's philosophy, policies, procedures and standards while adhering to MedStar's "Spirit Values."

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Consults with and/or makes recommendations to physicians and other allied health professionals regarding patients' nutritional status, nutrient needs, or specific diet plans.
• Formulates nutrition assessment, evaluation and follow-up plans for patients at nutrition risk as ordered by providers or according to departmental policy. Recommends and documents patient's nutrition treatment findings and plan in the patient's medical record.
• Consults in/outpatients in diet rationale for self-management.
• Participates in clinical rounds, department/service meetings and communicates appropriate information to administrative personnel in the service area. Must be flexible to cross‑cover and train in all areas including the Neonatal ICU and Pediatrics if needed.
• Reviews at least one annual review of literature pertinent to the area(s) of responsibility and presents to peers in Journal Club.
• Presents at least one case study to peers annually relating to Journal Club if possible.
• Attends pertinent meetings to enhance clinical practice growth, records and documents in CDR Professional Development Plan.
• Performs at least one annual formal professional presentation in the area of specialty to allied health professionals or the community.
• Develops, implements or participates in one of the following: new or updated education material, new policy or policy change, QAPI project or other nutrition related project as directed and approved by the CNM.
• Provides relief and cross‑coverage as delegated for in/outpatient services.
• Maintains current CDR credentials and DC Licensure and completes yearly competencies as outlined by MGUH.
• Holds current membership in a professional organization pertinent to the role.
• Participates in licensing survey as needed.
• Assumes other duties and responsibilities that are appropriate to the position and area. The above responsibilities are a general description of the level and nature of the work assigned to this classification and are not to be considered all-inclusive.

Minimal Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree (B.S.) in Food & Nutrition Science from an accredited college or university and the completion of an accredited dietetic internship. Required.
• Master's degree from an accredited college or university if completed after January 1, 2024. Required.

Experience

• 5–7 years: Five years minimum of progressive clinical nutrition experience. Required.
• 3–4 years: Three years minimum of progressive clinical nutrition experience AND a Specialty certification recognized by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and/or Commission on Dietetic Registration as a major certification. Preferred.

Licenses and Certifications

• REG DIET – Dietitian – Registered Commission on Dietetic Registration Upon Hire. Required.
• Dietitian DC DOH – DIETDC DC Department of Health‑Board of Dietetics and Nutrition Upon Hire. Required.
• CNSC – Certified Nutrition Support Clinician or other specialty certification recognized by the Commission on Dietetic Registration and/or Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Upon Hire. Preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Current knowledge of clinical dietetics.
• Able to navigate Electronic Medical Record efficiently.
• Functional with basic word processing skills.
• Good communicator with peers and members of the interdisciplinary team.
• Able to manage time efficiently and able to multi‑task.
• Flexibility in schedule and tasks as needed.
• Comfortable with public speaking.

This position has a hiring range of: USD $72,758.00 – USD $130,041.00 /yr.