Outpatient Clinical Dietitian: Nutrition Therapy

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

Job summary

The Phoenix VA Medical Center seeks an outpatient Clinical Dietitian within Primary Care to educate, counsel, and coordinate care for Veterans, their caregivers, and the community. The role emphasizes applying whole health principles and patient-centered goals.

Responsibilities include nutrition assessments using the NCP, developing Medical Nutrition Therapy, counseling individuals and groups, and collaborating with health care providers. Virtual care is used to improve access.

Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) or Registered Dietitian (RD) credential required.
• Experience delivering nutrition care using the NCP and MNT protocols beneficial.
• Ability to collaborate with clinicians and care teams to support Veterans.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments using the NCP.
• Develop and implement Medical Nutrition Therapy and monitor outcomes.
• Document in the medical record using ADIME format and maintain records.
• Provide nutrition education/counseling to individuals and groups.
• Collaborate with inter-disciplinary teams and use virtual care tools.

Skills

NCP knowledge

Evidence-based nutrition

Patient education

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Data for performance improvement

Education

RDN or RD credential

Tools

Virtual care platforms

EMR systems

Job description

The Phoenix VA Medical Center seeks an outpatient Clinical Dietitian within Primary Care to educate, counsel, and coordinate care for Veterans, their caregivers, and the community. The role emphasizes applying whole health principles and patient-centered goals.

Responsibilities include nutrition assessments using the NCP, developing Medical Nutrition Therapy, counseling individuals and groups, and collaborating with health care providers. Virtual care is used to improve access.