Lead Registered Dietitian

Position Title

Lead Registered Dietitian

Job Description Summary

We're looking for a Lead Registered Dietitian who's excited to be part of a collaborative, supportive team that truly enjoys working together. In this role, you'll care for adult and geriatric patients, managing a well-balanced caseload of about 12 patients per day while using your clinical expertise in medical nutrition therapy, nutrition assessments, and nutrition-focused physical exams to make a real impact. Our team has a calm, positive vibe and works closely together to support one another and ensure patients receive the best care possible. If you're passionate about clinical nutrition and looking for a place where your voice matters and teamwork is valued, we'd love for you to join us at VHC Health!

Located in Arlington, Virginia, VHC Health is a 548-bed, independent, not-for-profit health system and nationally recognized teaching hospital. We have proudly served the Washington, DC metropolitan community for more than 75 years. Consistently ranked among the top hospitals in Virginia and the region, VHC Health has earned recognition as a 2025 Forbes Best-In-State Employer and a 2025 Newsweek World's Best Hospital. We also hold the prestigious Magnet® designation for nursing excellence. As a Level II Trauma Center, we are committed to delivering exceptional, patient-centered care when it matters most.

At VHC Health, you're more than an employee, you're part of a team that values collaboration, respect, and growth. You'll work alongside highly skilled professionals in a supportive environment where your voice is heard, your contributions matter, and your career development is a priority. With state-of-the-art facilities, expanding specialty services, and strong community partnerships, VHC Health offers the opportunity to build a meaningful, long-term career while making a real difference for patients and the community we serve.

Job Description

Purpose & Scope:

Provides and directs specialized nutrition care for patients and the community in a quality and timely manner. Functions as a nutrition expert to patient care areas/service lines, peers, and clinical nutrition operations to ensure the provision of safe, high quality care. Demonstrates quality practice and leadership in an expanded role. Provides professional oversight for developing and mentoring competent and proficient practitioners. Provides oversight to the monitoring and evaluation of regulatory performance improvement process.

Demonstrates thorough knowledge and understanding of Regulatory, Departmental, and Hospital policies and procedures pertaining to nutritional care, including nutrition screening, assessment, and reassessment; food-drug interactions; enteral and parenteral nutrition support; patient education; and documentation. Must demonstrate competence in assessing the nutritional requirements of patients across the life-cycle,

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Nutrition or Dietetics is required.

Master's degree is required for those who became registered after 2023.

Experience:

Experience of general supervision of junior colleagues and/or dietetic interns.

Experienced specialized practitioner (3+ years of clinical experience); ability to work unsupervised and provide professional supervision to developing peers.

Certification/Licensure: Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).

Specialty credential and/or focused area(s) of practice preferred.

Other Qualifications

A Registered Dietitian will oversee Registered Dietitian (RD) Eligible individuals by reviewing and signing off on their notes daily. A Registered Dietitian is responsible for placing orders for RD Eligible individuals when applicable.

Additional Job Description

Pay & Benefits: Commensurate with experience. Team members are eligible to receive benefits on the first day of the month following the date of hire, with 30 days to apply for benefits of choice.

• Employee-Led Engagement and Wellness Committee dedicated to make work a fun and healthy place to work
• Annual Employee Survey – Your Voice is Heard at VHC!
• Paid Major Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off / Vacation / Sick Time
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Repayment
• Career Counseling, Leadership Development and Training
• Clinical and Research Pathways Eligible
• Annual Merit Review and Merit Increases
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Health Fitness & Education Class Discounts
• Employee Wellness Benefits
• Hospital Discount for Employees and Family
• VHC Health Outpatient Pharmacy
• VHC Retirement Program
• Workforce Enhancement Program
• Work/Life Discounts Program
• Free onsite parking
• Commuter Benefits
• Family Leave
• 401(k) + Match
• and much more!