Inpatient Dietitian - Clinical Nutrition Expert (24h/wk)

Medstar Health; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 73,000 - 130,000; Part time

Job summary

MedStar Georgetown University Hospital in Maryland seeks a registered dietitian to deliver comprehensive medical nutrition therapy to inpatients with diverse conditions. You will perform malnutrition assessments, nutrition-focused exams, diet education, and provide nutrition support recommendations per MedStar policies.

The role includes cross-coverage across units, participation in rounds and journal clubs, and ongoing professional development while maintaining licensure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Food & Nutrition Science with accredited dietetic internship.
• Master’s degree required for those completing after Jan 1, 2024.

Responsibilities

• Consults with physicians regarding patients' nutritional statuses and diet plans.
• Formulates nutrition assessment and follow-up plans for at-risk patients.
• Participates in clinical rounds and journals clubs; cross-coverage as needed.
• Maintains credentials and licensure; presents at professional meetings.

Skills

Clinical dietetics

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Public speaking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food & Nutrition Science

Master's degree

Job description

MedStar Georgetown University Hospital in Maryland seeks a registered dietitian to deliver comprehensive medical nutrition therapy to inpatients with diverse conditions. You will perform malnutrition assessments, nutrition-focused exams, diet education, and provide nutrition support recommendations per MedStar policies.

The role includes cross-coverage across units, participation in rounds and journal clubs, and ongoing professional development while maintaining licensure.