Senior Clinical Dietitian: Outpatient Leader

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 78,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage day one

PTO & holidays

Tuition assistance

Pension plan

Job summary

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking a Senior Clinical Dietitian to deliver evidence-based nutrition care in the outpatient clinic, lead comprehensive assessments, and coordinate nutrition plans within a multidisciplinary team.

This role emphasizes advanced clinical judgment, leadership in continuous improvement, and mentorship of students and staff, with a Monday–Friday 8am–4:30pm schedule and onsite work at the Main Campus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years clinical dietitian experience.
• Experience in outpatient clinical setting preferred.
• Licensure: RD and LD in Texas or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based nutrition care aligned with diagnosis, treatment plan, and patient needs.
• Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments for medically complex patients.
• Develop individualized nutrient plans using guidelines and clinical judgment.
• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds and monitor nutrition interventions.
• Document thoroughly in medical records per policy and standards.
• Deliver nutrition care within established timeframes and reassessment criteria.
• Identify education needs and deliver patient and family education accordingly.
• Provide coverage for additional services as needed.
• Maintain productivity targets (e.g., 7–7.5 patients per day).

Skills

Clinical dietitian

Outpatient care

Nutritional assessment

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree

AND dietetic internship

Master's Degree (preferred)

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking a Senior Clinical Dietitian to deliver evidence-based nutrition care in the outpatient clinic, lead comprehensive assessments, and coordinate nutrition plans within a multidisciplinary team.

This role emphasizes advanced clinical judgment, leadership in continuous improvement, and mentorship of students and staff, with a Monday–Friday 8am–4:30pm schedule and onsite work at the Main Campus.