Registered Clinical Dietitian

Northside Hospital; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a Clinical Dietitian I to join their team in Atlanta. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact on patient care by preparing and implementing nutritional assessments tailored to individual needs. You'll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, utilizing evidence-based research to enhance patient outcomes. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree in Foods and Nutrition, along with a Registered Dietitian credential. If you're passionate about nutrition and patient care, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Foods and Nutrition or related field.
• Registered Dietitian credential required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and implement nutritional assessments for patients.
• Provide nutritional counseling to patients and families.

Skills

Nutritional Counseling

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Computer Proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Foods and Nutrition

Registered Dietitian credential

Current licensure as a Dietitian in Georgia

Job description

Northside Hospital is award-winning, state-of-the-art, and continually growing. Constantly expanding the quality and reach of our care to our patients and communities creates even more opportunity for the best healthcare professionals in Atlanta and beyond. Discover all the possibilities of a career at Northside today.

Clinical Dietitian I provides services in the inpatient and/or outpatient setting as assigned. Responsibilities include preparing and implementing nutritional assessments with care plans for adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients in accordance with departmental policies and standards of care. The role involves prioritizing high-risk patients using the multi-patient task list, MD consults/referrals, or other means, and initiating medical nutrition therapy interventions as part of the patient's individual care plan. The dietitian incorporates current evidence-based research into clinical practice and acts as a liaison between Nutritional Services, Medical Staff, Nursing Staff, and other departments. Key responsibilities include providing nutritional counseling to patients, families, and others as requested.

REQUIRED:

1. Bachelor's degree in Foods and Nutrition or related field, along with a Dietetic Internship or equivalent training.
2. Registered Dietitian credential from the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
3. Current licensure as a Dietitian in the State of Georgia.
4. Proficient use of computers.
5. Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
6. Knowledge of adult and pediatric (as needed) education principles.
7. Excellent written and oral communication skills.

PREFERRED:

1. Two (2) years of experience in clinical dietetics with broad areas of expertise preferred.