Clinical Dietitian

POSITION SUMMARY

The Dietitian will be responsible for inpatient consults. Will act as a resource to the Dietary Manager and dietary staff and will assist with special projects and PI as requested by the Director. Must be able to work well with patients, the hospital staff and medical staff. Must be a Registered Dietitian and hold a current Texas license.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Respond to inpatient dietary consults and related chart documentation. Provide Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) to outpatients and out‑patient counseling as requested. Schedule MNT appointments and bill the service through Meditech, ensuring each session is documented. Provide admission with an outpatient schedule, including physician referrals, weekly. In the absence of the Director, and when requested, respond to inpatient dietary consults and related chart documentation. Act as a resource for the Dietary Manager and dietary staff. Participate in special projects as requested. Assist with PI as requested. Provide weekend & holiday Dietitian coverage for the department. Back‑up Registered Dietitian services as needed to cover for vacation/sick leave.

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Adheres to dress code; appearance is neat and clean. Completes annual educational requirements. Wears identification while on duty. Attends appropriate departmental and committee meetings. Takes personal responsibility for own behavior. Shows creativity in addressing issues rather than a defeating attitude. Demonstrates negotiations/conflict resolution skills. Maintains appropriate confidentiality. Accepts accountability for impact of behavior on others. Willingly volunteers to represent the organization in the community as needed. Is punctual, observes work breaks, meal periods, and maintains an acceptable overall attendance record. Demonstrates initiative, including seeking new assignments and assuming additional duties when necessary.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Working knowledge of clinical areas of nutrition practice. Ability to communicate prescribed nutrition therapy to patients.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Required: Graduation from an accredited university with a Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition. Preferred: Clinical dietetics experience in an acute care setting.

LICENSES & CERTIFICATES

Required: ADA credentials of Registered Dietitian (R.D.). State of Texas licensure – Licensed Dietitian (L.D.).

BENEFITS

Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services. Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services. Paid time off, paid family leave, long‑ and short‑term disability coverage and leaves of absence. 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling. Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing. Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts. Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. #J-18808-Ljbffr St. David's HealthCare