Senior Clinical Dietitian: Advanced Nutrition Therapy Lead

Harris Health; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Health in Houston seeks a Clinical Dietitian III to provide advanced medical nutrition therapy and education, leading the interdisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes. The role documents care using the Nutrition Care Process (NCP) and ensures regulatory compliance.

This position leads department initiatives, quality improvement projects, and educational in-services for staff and interns, fostering patient-centered care across Harris Health's network.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Dietetics, Food Science or Nutrition; base for RDN eligibility per CDR guidelines.
• Four (4) years of experience in Dietetics/Nutrition.
• Registered Dietitian prior to hire; Texas LD license within 60 days of hire; eligible for various RD certifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced medical nutrition therapy and education as a department leader.
• Document care using the Nutrition Care Process (NCP) and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Lead department initiatives, quality improvement projects, and staff/intern trainings.

Skills

Public Speaking

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Spanish language

MS Word

MS PowerPoint

MS Excel

Education

Masters in Dietetics/Nutrition

Tools

MS Word

MS PowerPoint

MS Excel

Job description

Harris Health in Houston seeks a Clinical Dietitian III to provide advanced medical nutrition therapy and education, leading the interdisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes. The role documents care using the Nutrition Care Process (NCP) and ensures regulatory compliance.

This position leads department initiatives, quality improvement projects, and educational in-services for staff and interns, fostering patient-centered care across Harris Health's network.