Senior Clinical Dietitian II: Advanced Nutrition Therapy

MedStar Health; Derwood (MD); On-site; USD 73,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health in Derwood, MD, seeks a registered dietitian to deliver comprehensive Medical Nutrition Therapy to inpatients with diverse conditions. You will assess, educate, and tailor nutrition plans, documenting findings in the patient’s record and collaborating with the care team.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Food & Nutrition Science, an accredited dietetic internship, and licensure; 5–7 years of clinical nutrition experience is preferred, with EMR proficiency and public speaking

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of progressive clinical nutrition experience
• Master’s degree required if completed after January 1, 2024
• Registered Dietitian credentials preferred

Responsibilities

• Consult with physicians and allied professionals on patient nutrition needs
• Develop and follow up on nutrition plans and documentation in medical records
• Provide in/outpatient diet rationale and education
• Participate in rounds, meetings, and journal club presentations
• Cross-cover in different units as needed
• Maintain current credentials and participate in ongoing professional development

Skills

Clinical nutrition

Time management

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor in Food & Nutrition Science

Master’s degree (after Jan 1 2024)

Tools

Electronic Medical Record (EMR)

Job description

MedStar Health in Derwood, MD, seeks a registered dietitian to deliver comprehensive Medical Nutrition Therapy to inpatients with diverse conditions. You will assess, educate, and tailor nutrition plans, documenting findings in the patient’s record and collaborating with the care team.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Food & Nutrition Science, an accredited dietetic internship, and licensure; 5–7 years of clinical nutrition experience is preferred, with EMR proficiency and public speaking