Outpatient Clinical Dietitian - Nutrition Therapy

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Augusta, GA seeks a Dietitian (Clinical) to provide nutrition therapy in outpatient settings and cross-cover other areas as needed.

The role emphasizes patient-centered care, whole health approaches, and collaboration with healthcare teams. The Dietitian will interpret research, apply the NCP (assessment-diagnosis-intervention-monitoring-evaluation), and deliver MNT to support veterans’ outcomes, with ad-hoc telework options and a schedule from 7:30 am to

Qualifications

• Must be registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN) or registered dietitian (RD) – must be registered with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)

Responsibilities

• Conducts comprehensive nutrition assessments using the Nutrition Care Process (NCP) and ADIME documentation
• Develops and implements Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) and monitors outcomes
• Modifies care plans to achieve positive patient outcomes
• Calculates nutrient requirements and tailors diet prescriptions
• Uses virtual care technology to improve access to care
• Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings
• Provides nutrition education/counseling to Veterans and families
• Maintains productivity standards
• Telework: Ad-Hoc available

Skills

NCP care

ADIME documentation

Virtual care

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

Bachelor's or higher in Dietetics

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Augusta, GA seeks a Dietitian (Clinical) to provide nutrition therapy in outpatient settings and cross-cover other areas as needed.

The role emphasizes patient-centered care, whole health approaches, and collaboration with healthcare teams. The Dietitian will interpret research, apply the NCP (assessment-diagnosis-intervention-monitoring-evaluation), and deliver MNT to support veterans’ outcomes, with ad-hoc telework options and a schedule from 7:30 am to