Pediatric Clinical Dietitian II, CDCES

Stanford Medicine Children's Health; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 141,609,000 - 169,919,000; Full time

Job summary

Packard Children’s Health Alliance seeks a Clinical Dietitian II to work within pediatric specialty clinics, assessing nutritional needs and providing medical nutrition therapy. You will develop care plans, document in the EMR, and educate patients and families while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes independent practice, mentoring of Dietitians I, and ongoing participation in nutrition education and program development for children and families.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics, Nutrition and Food Science or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum three years of professional clinical nutrition experience as a Registered Dietitian; pediatric experience preferred.
• Valid credential as a Registered Dietitian (RD).
• CCS paneling within one year of becoming Clinical Dietitian II.
• Knowledge of nutrition assessment, care planning, education and counseling.

Responsibilities

• Assess nutritional status and provide medical nutrition therapy.
• Develop care plans and document in the medical record.
• Counsel patients and families on nutrition and education.
• Mentor Clinical Dietitians I and train staff as needed.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team and participate in quality initiatives.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and disease‑specific nutrition care standards.

Skills

Clinical nutrition

Registered Dietitian

Pediatric experience

Nutrition counseling

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Dietetics, Nutrition and Food Science or Related Science

Master’s Degree preferred

Job description

Packard Children’s Health Alliance seeks a Clinical Dietitian II to work within pediatric specialty clinics, assessing nutritional needs and providing medical nutrition therapy. You will develop care plans, document in the EMR, and educate patients and families while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes independent practice, mentoring of Dietitians I, and ongoing participation in nutrition education and program development for children and families.