Clinical Dietitian

Quick Facts

• Role: Outpatient Clinical Dietitian (Primary Care)

• Focus: Nutrition education, counseling, and care coordination for Veterans

• Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:30am to 4:00pm

Description

The Clinical Dietitian will conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments and deliver Medical Nutrition Therapy for outpatient Veterans in Primary Care. The role includes nutrition education, counseling, and care coordination with the Veteran, caregivers, and the interdisciplinary health care team, using patient-centered goals and evidence-based interventions. Care will be documented in the medical record using the ADIME format, and virtual care technology will be used to improve access to nutrition services.

Responsibilities

• Conduct nutrition assessments using the Nutritional Care Process (NCP), including nutrition-focused physical examinations

• Develop, implement, and monitor Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT); modify plans based on outcomes

• Calculate nutrient requirements and tailor diets to restrictions and food/drug interactions

• Document assessments and interventions using the ADIME format

• Identify patients needing nutrition support and recommend appropriate support modes to the care team

• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings

• Provide individualized and group nutrition education/counseling

• Use virtual care technology to improve access to care

• Maintain productivity standards and accurate records of daily clinical activity and patient encounters

• Ensure safe, high-quality care and support continuous improvement using data for performance improvement and corrective actions

• Comply with The Joint Commission requirements and other accrediting/agency standards

• Collaborate with Food Operations to enhance Veterans’ dining experience and serve as a liaison between clinical units and Food Operations

Benefits

• Comprehensive federal employee benefits package (eligibility depends on position type and full-time/part-time status)

• Benefits for employees and their families