Lead Ambulatory Dietitian - Clinical Nutrition Leader

Grady Health System; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Collaborative environment

Employee wellness programs

Job summary

Grady Health System in Atlanta seeks a Dietitian Lead to assess and monitor patients' nutritional status and to lead the Medical Nutrition Therapy team. You will counsel patients and families, adapt diets to individual cultural and religious needs, and collaborate with the care team to optimize nutrition interventions.

The role emphasizes leadership, teaching, quality improvement, and ongoing professional development within a dynamic hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nutrition from an accredited institution.
• Master's degree if you became a dietitian after January 1st, 2024.
• Registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
• Licensed by Georgia's State Board of Licensed Dietitians Commission on Dietetic Registration.

Responsibilities

• Complete nutrition assessments and Nutrition Focused Physical Exams to determine nutritional status and identify malnutrition or related risks.
• Develop and implement individualized nutrition care plans in accordance with departmental policies and evidence-based guidelines.
• Manage parenteral and enteral nutrition support for patients.
• Precept dietetic interns and provide education and training to new dietitians.

Skills

Nutrition Counseling

Leadership

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Education & Training

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nutrition

Master's degree (for post-2024 dietitians)

Registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration

Licensed by Georgia State Board of Licensed Dietitians

Job description

Grady Health System in Atlanta seeks a Dietitian Lead to assess and monitor patients' nutritional status and to lead the Medical Nutrition Therapy team. You will counsel patients and families, adapt diets to individual cultural and religious needs, and collaborate with the care team to optimize nutrition interventions.

The role emphasizes leadership, teaching, quality improvement, and ongoing professional development within a dynamic hospital setting.