Clinical Dietitian

Quick Facts

• Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
• Telework: Situational (ad-hoc) as determined by agency policy
• Virtual: Not a virtual position
• Full performance level: GS-11 (selection range: GS-7 to GS-11)

Description

Clinical Dietitian positions apply evidence-based nutrition practices to support patient care. You will perform nutrition assessments using the Nutritional Care Process (NCP), develop and monitor Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT), and document care using the ADIME format while coordinating with interdisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Conduct nutrition assessments using the NCP, including nutrition-focused physical examinations, to establish nutrition diagnosis and malnutrition risk/degree.
• Develop and implement MNT to address nutrition diagnoses; evaluate outcomes and modify the plan as needed.
• Document MNT in the medical record using the ADIME format (Assessment, Diagnosis, Intervention, Monitoring, Evaluation).
• Calculate nutrient requirements and determine diet restrictions and food/drug interactions.
• Recommend appropriate nutritional support modes and communicate needs to the healthcare team.
• Participate in formal and informal interdisciplinary team meetings.
• Complete care plans and the Minimum Data Set (MOS) within required time frames.
• Provide patient-centered nutrition education and counseling for individuals and groups.
• Maintain productivity standards and accurate records of daily clinical activities and patient encounters in approved systems.
• Manage clinic grids to maximize access to nutrition services.
• Ensure both virtual and face-to-face modalities are available to meet patient needs.
• Support service-level strategic planning and implementation of new initiatives, policies, and goals.
• Contribute to performance improvement activities, including measures, data collection/evaluation, and corrective actions.
• Comply with The Joint Commission and other accrediting standards to ensure safe, high-quality patient care.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship
• Proficient written and spoken English
• RDN credential from the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)
• Subject to background/security investigation
• Complete VA online onboarding and all pre-employment requirements
• Participate in the seasonal influenza vaccination program
• Complete all application requirements listed in the announcement
• Selective Service registration (for males born after 12/31/1959)
• Non-RDN pathway only if: bachelor’s or higher degree; ACEND®-accredited supervised practice with verification to take the CDR exam; supervised care by an RDN at/above full performance level; GS-07 or GS-09 only; temporary appointment limited to 1 year

Hard Skills & Technologies

• Nutritional Care Process (NCP)
• Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT)
• ADIME documentation
• Minimum Data Set (MOS)
• Virtual nutrition care technology
• Evidence-based nutrition practices
• Data collection and performance improvement analysis
• Joint Commission compliance standards

Benefits

A federal employee benefits package is available; eligibility depends on the type of position held and appointment status.