Clinical Dietitian Patient Nutrition Specialist

Job overview

The Clinical Dietitian Patient Nutrition Specialist role is an onsite position located in Houston, TX. Compensation is not specified for this role, which supports the nutrition services department at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Houston at The Medical Center. This role exists to promote health and wellness through the development and implementation of personalized nutrition plans for patients. The dietitian will assess nutritional needs, provide education on healthy eating habits, and monitor patient status to ensure optimal recovery outcomes.

What you'll do

• Assess patient nutritional needs, develop and implement dietary care plans, provide patient education on healthy eating, instruct on post-discharge diets, monitor nutritional status, communicate with physicians and care teams, evaluate referral orders, document in medical records, adapt menus, conduct calorie counts, and review menus for nutritional adequacy.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

houston tx

encompass health

clinical dietitian

nutrition

patient care

rehabilitation

healthcare

registered dietitian

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 and health savings accounts.

Why this role

Part of a Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For award-winning organization.

About the employer

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Houston at The Medical Center is hiring for this role. Industry: Specialty (except Psychiatric and Substance Abuse) Hospitals. Sector: 62.