Dietitian -Memorial Hermann

Registered Dietitian Opportunities

At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.

Memorial Hermann is hiring Registered Dietitians (RD, LD) for full-time and supplemental opportunities across several locations, including the Texas Medical Center, Katy, and Northeast campuses. We are seeking compassionate, patient-focused dietitians with at least one year of experience to join our inpatient and outpatient nutrition teams. If you're passionate about helping patients achieve better health through nutrition, we'd love to connect with you.

Schedule:

• Full-Time & Supplemental Opportunities
• MondayFriday and some weekend rotation
• 8:00 AM 5:00 PM

Position responsible for providing high quality medical nutrition therapy to patients and clients. Areas of responsibility include assessment of nutritional needs, provision of medical nutrition therapy and nutrition education. The incumbent is required to function on a multi-disciplinary team as a resource to the physician staff and others. May participate in community service by providing nutrition education to various groups or individuals outside the hospital.

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Food & Nutrition or related area. Master's required if registration was obtained after Jan 1, 2024

Licenses/Certifications

• Must be registered with the ADA Commission on Dietetic Registration and licensed with Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)
• CPR Certification (Heart Saver only) from either American Red Cross or American Heart Association or obtained within six (6) months of hire

Experience / Knowledge / Skills:

• Completion of a qualified professional experience required for the registered dietitian exam administered by the ADA Commission on Dietetic Registration
• Must have the ability to interact positively with many types of people
• Effective oral and written communication skills

Principal Accountabilities

• Collaborates with the multi-disciplinary treatment team.
• Establishes goals for nutrition care of patients, conducts assessments, and develops individualized nutrition care plans with ongoing evaluation of nutrition status.
• Provides medical nutrition therapy to patients and clients appropriate for their age.
• Modifies nutrition regimens according to food preferences, tolerances, and cultural and religious preferences.
• Documents nutrition care plans in the medical record, including nutrition assessment, monitoring parameters, goals and recommendations.
• Provides nutrition education to patients and/or families that is appropriate for age, religious beliefs, and cultural background.
• Ensures safe care to patients, staffs and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
• Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education, skills competency, supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor, and resource to less experienced staff.
• Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial Hermann's service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.
• Other duties as assigned.