Clinical Dietitian Patient Nutrition Specialist

Job overview

The Clinical Dietitian Patient Nutrition Specialist is an onsite role based in Houston, TX. Compensation is not specified for this position, which supports the nutrition services department at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Houston at The Medical Center. This role exists to promote patient health and wellness through the development and implementation of personalized nutrition plans. The dietitian assesses nutritional needs, monitors status, and provides essential education to patients regarding their dietary requirements and post-discharge care.

What you'll do

• Assess patient nutritional needs, develop and implement dietary care plans, provide nutrition education, monitor nutritional status, communicate with physicians and care teams, document in medical records, conduct calorie counts, and review menus for nutritional adequacy.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

houston tx

encompass health

registered dietitian

clinical nutrition

inpatient rehab

no on-call

weekend required

healthcare

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision plans, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k) matching, employee stock purchase plan, flexible spending accounts.

Why this role

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About the employer

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Houston at The Medical Center is hiring for this role. Industry: General Medical and Surgical Hospitals. Sector: 62.