Inpatient Clinical Dietitian: Medical Nutrition Therapy

MedStar Health; Glen Echo (MD); On-site; USD 61,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health is seeking a Nutrition Support Specialist to provide comprehensive Medical Nutrition Therapy to inpatients with diverse medical conditions. Responsibilities include nutrition assessments, education, and evidence-based recommendations, aligned with MedStar policies and Spirit Values, with flexibility to cover Pediatric and NICU areas as needed.

The role emphasizes collaboration with physicians, dietitians, and care teams, with ongoing professional development and credential

Qualifications

• 1–2 years clinical nutrition experience preferred (RDE considered).
• Strong communication within interdisciplinary teams and with physicians.

Responsibilities

• Consults with physicians and allied health professionals regarding patients' nutritional status and diet plans.
• Develops nutrition assessment, evaluation and follow-up plans for patients at nutrition risk.
• Participates in rounds and departmental meetings; communicates information to relevant staff.
• Cross-covers in Neonatal ICU and Pediatrics as needed.
• Maintains CDR credentials and DC Licensure; completes yearly competencies.

Skills

Clinical nutrition experience

Public speaking

Communication with interdisciplinary 팀

Education

Bachelor in Food & Nutrition Science

Dietetic internship (accredited)

Master's degree (after 2024)

Job description

MedStar Health is seeking a Nutrition Support Specialist to provide comprehensive Medical Nutrition Therapy to inpatients with diverse medical conditions. Responsibilities include nutrition assessments, education, and evidence-based recommendations, aligned with MedStar policies and Spirit Values, with flexibility to cover Pediatric and NICU areas as needed.

The role emphasizes collaboration with physicians, dietitians, and care teams, with ongoing professional development and credential