Pediatric Clinical Dietitian: NICU & Eating Disorders

CHOC; Mission Viejo (CA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

CHOC at Mission Hospital in Mission Viejo, CA seeks a Clinical Dietitian I to provide age-appropriate nutrition care in Eating Disorder programs and general NICU/pediatrics, collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to support family-centered care. This is a full-time role with opportunities for professional growth and evidence-based practice in a pediatric setting.

The role requires completion of an ADA-accredited dietetic internship, RD eligibility within 45 days of hire, and CCS

Qualifications

• Minimum twelve (12) weeks Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics accredited dietetic internship in an acute care setting.
• Bachelor’s or Graduate degree in Dietetics or Nutrition related field from an accredited university; eligibility to take the RD exam within 45 days.

Responsibilities

• Provide age-appropriate nutrition care with family-centered approach.
• Serve as a resource for medical and nursing staff and interdisciplinary team.
• Apply clinical nutrition knowledge and medical nutrition therapy to pediatric patients.

Education

Bachelor’s or Graduate degree in Dietetics or Nutrition related field

Registered Dietitian eligibility (RD registration within 45 days of hire)

Internship in Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics accredited dietetic internship (acute care)

CCS panel-eligibility within two years

Job description

CHOC at Mission Hospital in Mission Viejo, CA seeks a Clinical Dietitian I to provide age-appropriate nutrition care in Eating Disorder programs and general NICU/pediatrics, collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to support family-centered care. This is a full-time role with opportunities for professional growth and evidence-based practice in a pediatric setting.

The role requires completion of an ADA-accredited dietetic internship, RD eligibility within 45 days of hire, and CCS