Clinical Dietitian

Quick Facts

• Role: Clinical Dietitian (outpatient Medical Nutrition Therapy)

• Work schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–4:00 PM

• Telework: available (ad hoc)

• Virtual: not a virtual position

Description

Clinical Dietitians coordinate nutritional care for Veterans, translating research and whole health principles into patient-centered goals and measurable outcomes. This role focuses primarily on outpatient Medical Nutrition Therapy, including nutrition assessments using the Nutrition Care Process (NCP), evidence-based interventions, and accurate record keeping in approved systems. Depending on grade level, you may also use virtual care technology to improve access and support performance improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient nutrition care using the NCP (assessment, diagnosis, intervention, monitoring, and evaluation)

• Apply evidence-based nutrition practice guidelines to develop patient-centered goals

• Interpret research and apply whole health principles

• Maintain accurate documentation and complete patient encounters in approved systems

• Comply with The Joint Commission (TJC) and other accrediting agency standards

• Collect performance improvement data related to Nutrition and Food Services (NFS); assist with or lead new initiatives (higher grades)

• Use virtual care technology to improve access to care (higher grades)

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship

• Proficiency in written and spoken English

• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) or Registered Dietitian (RD) credential with CDR (GS-07/GS-09 exception may apply)

• Subject to background/security investigation

• Complete online onboarding and pre-employment requirements

• Seasonal influenza vaccination requirement for VA Health Care Personnel

• Selective Service registration required for eligible males

• Complete a 1-year or 2-year trial period with certification for continued employment

Benefits

A comprehensive federal benefits package is available; eligibility depends on position type and schedule.