Inpatient Clinical Dietitian II — Nutrition Therapy Expert

MedStar Health; Kensington (MD); Vor Ort; USD 73.000 - 130.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

MedStar Health in Maryland seeks a specialized dietitian to provide comprehensive Medical Nutrition Therapy to inpatients across diverse medical conditions. You will conduct malnutrition assessments, nutrition-focused exams, and craft diet plans in collaboration with physicians and the care team.

The role requires ongoing education, research participation, and cross-coverage across inpatient and outpatient services. Strong communication and public speaking skills are essential.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in Food & Nutrition Science with accredited dietetic internship completed.
• Master’s degree required if completed after January 1, 2024.
• Active dietitian credentials and relevant clinical nutrition expertise.

Aufgaben

• Consults with physicians and allied health professionals on nutritional status and diet plans.
• Formulates nutrition assessments, evaluations and follow-up plans for at-risk patients.
• Reviews literature and presents at Journal Club; cross-coverage in/outpatient services.
• Participates in rounds and department meetings; maintains documentation in EMR.
• Delivers professional presentations and contributes to education materials and policy updates.
• Maintains CDR credentials and DC Licensure; participates in licensing surveys as needed.

Kenntnisse

Clinical dietetics

EMR navigation

Communication

Time management

Public speaking

Ausbildung

Bachelor's in Food & Nutrition Science

Dietetic internship (accredited)

Master's degree (post-Jan 2024)

Jobbeschreibung

MedStar Health in Maryland seeks a specialized dietitian to provide comprehensive Medical Nutrition Therapy to inpatients across diverse medical conditions. You will conduct malnutrition assessments, nutrition-focused exams, and craft diet plans in collaboration with physicians and the care team.

The role requires ongoing education, research participation, and cross-coverage across inpatient and outpatient services. Strong communication and public speaking skills are essential.