Clinical Dietitian

Department:

Food and Nutrition Services

Reports To:

Food and Nutrition Services Manager and Clinical Nutrition Supervisor

Responsibility for Supervision:

None

Job Summary:

The Clinical Dietitian collaborates as a member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team to provide patients of all age groups and acuity levels with high-quality medical nutrition therapy following the Nutrition Care Process. This role integrates the Academy Code of Ethics in all areas of practice and encompasses the following responsibilities:

• Screen and assess patients utilizing the Division Screening and Assessment Policy.
• Evaluate age, acuity, developmental, and disease-specific nutritional needs of patients.
• Develop and implement individualized nutritional plans of care.
• Identify patient nutrition education needs and provide tailored nutrition counseling to patients, families, and/or caregivers.
• Evaluate and monitor the effectiveness and outcomes of medical nutrition therapy interventions.
• Serve as a preceptor and mentor to dietetic interns.
• Participate in department and/or hospital-wide committees, performance improvement projects, and research opportunities.
• Act as a clinical resource to all interdisciplinary team members.

Education/Experience Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition or Dietetics required.
• Completion of an ACEND-accredited supervised practice program.
• One to two years of hospital clinical nutrition experience preferred.

Licensure/Certification Required:

• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist preferred; must pass the Registration Examination for Dietitians within 3 months of the hire date.
• Licensed by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation within 6 months of the hire date.
• Obtaining 75 CEUs within a 5-year period to meet CDR professional portfolio requirements.
• Employment in this position is contingent upon continued registration and licensure as a dietitian.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Completes individualized training through the orientation process and ongoing competency assessment.
• Maintains confidentiality and complies with HIPAA standards.
• Strong communication skills both verbal and written; ability to compose comprehensive medical record documentation using critical thinking.
• Excellent reasoning, decision-making, and organizational skills.
• Utilizes healthcare software including Meditech and Computrition programs.
• Proficient in computer skills and knowledgeable in Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment with exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work both independently and as part of a diverse healthcare team.