Pediatric Dietitian for Inpatient/Outpatient Nutrition

choa; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is seeking a Dietitian for pediatric nutrition services, joining an interdisciplinary care team to provide nutrition education and therapy aligned with the center’s mission and values.

The role emphasizes assessing pediatric patients, delivering family-centered education, and supporting growth and development through evidence-based nutrition plans. Involvement in intern supervision and professional development is expected.

Qualifications

• Must possess excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Dietitian credentialing pathway as of 12/31/23: BS degree or higher for early credentialing; MS/MPH for later credentialing.

Responsibilities

• Determines nutritional assessment using age and developmentally appropriate standards.
• Recommends medical nutritional therapy and evaluates response.
• Instructs patient and family on nutrition therapy with age-appropriate education.
• Advises groups on pediatric nutritional therapy and community nutrition.
• Implements documentation standards for all activities.
• Participates as interdisciplinary team member.
• Directs and evaluates dietetic interns/students.
• Maintains ongoing professional development.

Skills

communication

organizational skills

interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s in Nutrition or Dietetics

Master’s in Nutrition/Dietetics/Public Health

Job description

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is seeking a Dietitian for pediatric nutrition services, joining an interdisciplinary care team to provide nutrition education and therapy aligned with the center’s mission and values.

The role emphasizes assessing pediatric patients, delivering family-centered education, and supporting growth and development through evidence-based nutrition plans. Involvement in intern supervision and professional development is expected.