Pediatric Dietitian — Patient Education & Care

Fayette Chamber of Commerce; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is seeking a registered dietitian to join its pediatric nutrition team at the primary location in Atlanta. This role involves nutrition assessment, medical nutrition therapy, and family education within an interdisciplinary care environment.

Requirements include a BS in Nutrition or related field, RD credential, and Georgia licensure (or obtain within 3 months). Pediatric experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Must possess excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Bachelor of Science in Nutrition, Medical Dietetics, or related field required.
• Current RD registration and Georgia licensure required or must obtain within 3 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Determines nutritional assessment using age and developmentally appropriate standards.
• Recommends appropriate medical nutrition therapy and evaluates response.
• Instructs patient and family related to nutritional therapy with age-appropriate education.
• Advises groups related to pediatric nutritional therapy and community nutrition.
• Implements departmental standards for documenting all activities.
• Participates as member of interdisciplinary team.
• Directs and evaluates dietetic interns/students.
• Maintains professional development responsibilities.
• Performs other responsibilities as required, including committee work and competencies.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nutrition, Medical Dietetics, or related field

Registered Dietitian (RD) certification

Georgia licensed dietitian

Job description

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is seeking a registered dietitian to join its pediatric nutrition team at the primary location in Atlanta. This role involves nutrition assessment, medical nutrition therapy, and family education within an interdisciplinary care environment.

Requirements include a BS in Nutrition or related field, RD credential, and Georgia licensure (or obtain within 3 months). Pediatric experience preferred.