Clinical Dietitian I (PRN)

Job overview

Clinical Dietitian I - PRN. This is an onsite position in McLean, VA. The hiring range is USD $60,632.00 - $107,494.00 /Yr. Provides comprehensive Medical Nutrition Therapy to inpatients with a variety of medical conditions, including performing malnutrition assessments, nutrition-focused physical exams, diet education, and providing nutrition support recommendations.

What you'll do

• Consults with and/or makes recommendations to physicians and other allied health professionals regarding patients' nutritional statuses, nutrient needs, or specific diet plans.
• Formulates nutrition assessment, evaluation, and follow-up plans for patients at nutrition risk.
• Participates in clinical rounds and appropriate department/service meetings.
• Consults in/outpatients in diet rationale for self-management.
• Must be flexible to cross-cover and train in all areas including Neonatal ICU and Pediatrics as needed.
• Provides staff relief and cross-coverage.
• Reviews annual review of literature pertinent to area(s) of responsibility.
• Performs formal professional presentation.
• Attends pertinent meetings.
• Maintains current CDR credentials and DC Licensure.
• Holds current membership to professional organization.
• Participates in licensing surveys.
• Assumes other duties and responsibilities.

What we're looking for

Education

Bachelor's degree B.S with a major in Food & Nutrition Science from an accredited college or university and the completion of an accredited dietetic internship (RDE will be considered) required and Master's degree Master's degree from an accredited college or university if completed after Jan 1 2024. required

Experience

1-2 years One year of general clinical nutrition experience preferred (RDE will be considered).

Skills & competencies

prn

clinical dietitian

mclean va

medstar health

registered dietician

healthcare

nutrition therapy

About the employer

MedStar Health is hiring for this role. Industry: Medical Laboratories. Sector: 62.