Inpatient Clinical Dietitian - Nutritional Therapy

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

Job summary

MedStar Health is seeking a registered dietitian to deliver comprehensive Medical Nutrition Therapy to inpatients, including assessments, education, and nutrition support planning. This role requires an accredited dietetic internship, and a Master’s degree if completed after January 1, 2024, along with active DC licensure and RD credentials.

Five to seven years of progressive clinical nutrition experience is preferred, with a lower threshold for a three-year track if a specialty certification is

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Food & Nutrition Science with accredited dietetic internship.
• Master's degree required if completed after January 1, 2024.
• Registered Dietitian credentials and licensure required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive Medical Nutrition Therapy to inpatients.
• Perform nutrition assessments and nutrition-focused physical exams.
• Develop nutrition care plans and document in medical records.
• Consult with physicians and interdisciplinary teams on diet plans.

Skills

Clinical dietetics

EMR navigation

Time management

Public speaking

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

Bachelor's in Food & Nutrition Science

Dietetic internship (ACEND accredited)

Master's degree (post-01-2024)

Job description

MedStar Health is seeking a registered dietitian to deliver comprehensive Medical Nutrition Therapy to inpatients, including assessments, education, and nutrition support planning. This role requires an accredited dietetic internship, and a Master’s degree if completed after January 1, 2024, along with active DC licensure and RD credentials.

Five to seven years of progressive clinical nutrition experience is preferred, with a lower threshold for a three-year track if a specialty certification is