Clinical Dietitian

Quick Facts

• Role: Clinical Dietitian (Medical Nutrition Expert)

• Work schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:30am–4:00pm

• Telework: Ad-Hoc Only

• Virtual: Not a virtual position

• Open to applications: Open continuous until March 12, 2027 (initial referral cutoff: November 30, 2026)

Description

You will serve as an independent clinical dietitian applying evidence-based nutrition practice guidelines for all patients, including those with complex medical and nutritional needs. You will lead nutrition assessment, diagnosis, and Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT), coordinate care with the interdisciplinary team, and provide nutrition education tailored to Veterans. You will document care using approved medical record systems and support quality and safety through continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

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

• Develop, implement, and monitor Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT); modify plans as needed to achieve positive outcomes

• Calculate nutrient requirements and determine diet restrictions and food/drug interactions

• Document MNT in the medical record using the ADIME format

• Identify patients needing nutritional support and recommend appropriate support modes

• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings

• Provide nutrition education/counseling for individuals and groups tailored to Veterans

• Use virtual care technology to improve access to care

• Maintain productivity standards and accurate daily record keeping; complete patient encounters using approved systems

• Support continuous improvement by using data to develop measures, evaluate outcomes, and initiate corrective actions

• Comply with Joint Commission and other accrediting agency standards to ensure safe and quality patient care

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

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship

• English proficiency (written and spoken)

• RDN or RD credential registered with CDR (with limited GS-07/GS-09 exception pathway described in the posting)

• Subject to background/security investigation

• Complete online onboarding and pre-employment requirements (including I-9)

• Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program (VA Health Care Personnel requirement)

• Complete all required application documents; submit transcripts if qualifying via education

• Complete a 1–2 year trial period, with continued employment contingent on certification that it advances the public interest

Benefits

A comprehensive federal employee benefits package is available. Eligibility depends on the type of position held and whether it is full-time, part-time, or intermittent.