Eating Disorder Dietitian: Transform Lives Through Nutrition

iaedp; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Renfrew Center of Bethesda seeks a Registered Dietitian to join our team and contribute to our research-based treatment model for eating disorders. The role emphasizes comprehensive nutrition assessments and individualized meal planning in a compassionate setting.

You will provide weekly nutrition counseling, lead group education sessions, and collaborate with the care team while ensuring patient privacy and ethical care standards.

Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian with current registration in Maryland and continuing education credits.
• Minimum 2–3 years nutrition counseling experience preferred.
• Experience with eating disorder population preferred.

Responsibilities

• Completes comprehensive nutritional assessment on admission.
• Counsels patients on balanced nutrition in individual sessions and conducts group discussions.
• Prepares individualized meal plans considering medical, nutritional, age, cultural, religious and ethical needs.
• Provides at least weekly individual nutritional counseling for patients and family.
• Conducts nutrition education groups for adults and adolescents.
• Provides nutrition status updates weekly as part of team rounds.
• Maintains patient confidentiality per HIPAA requirements.
• Participates in training activities and in-services.
• Monitors meals and snacks, modeling normal eating for patients.

Skills

Nutrition counseling

Meal planning

Group nutrition education

Patient care

Education

RD credential

Maryland registration

Job description

The Renfrew Center of Bethesda seeks a Registered Dietitian to join our team and contribute to our research-based treatment model for eating disorders. The role emphasizes comprehensive nutrition assessments and individualized meal planning in a compassionate setting.

You will provide weekly nutrition counseling, lead group education sessions, and collaborate with the care team while ensuring patient privacy and ethical care standards.