Inpatient Clinical Dietitian — Nutrition Therapy

MedStar Health; Annandale (VA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health seeks a registered dietitian to deliver comprehensive medical nutrition therapy for inpatients, including nutrition assessment, education, and nutrition support planning. You will collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary team, document care plans in the chart, and participate in rounds and professional development activities.

The role requires a strong clinical background, ongoing licensure maintenance, and active involvement in education and quality initiatives

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Food & Nutrition Science with accredited dietetic internship.
• Master's degree required after January 1, 2024.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive medical nutrition therapy for inpatients, including nutrition assessments and education.
• Develop and document nutrition care plans and recommendations in the medical record.
• Collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary team and participate in rounds and journal club.
• Maintain licensure and professional development activities as required.

Skills

Clinical nutrition

EMR navigation

Public speaking

Time management

Education

Bachelor's in Food & Nutrition Science

Master's degree (required after 2024-01)

Job description

MedStar Health seeks a registered dietitian to deliver comprehensive medical nutrition therapy for inpatients, including nutrition assessment, education, and nutrition support planning. You will collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary team, document care plans in the chart, and participate in rounds and professional development activities.

The role requires a strong clinical background, ongoing licensure maintenance, and active involvement in education and quality initiatives