Clinical Dietitian Department: Food and Nutrition Services Reports To: Food and Nutrition Services Manager and Clinical Nutrition Supervisor Responsibility for Supervision: None Job Summary: The Clinical Dietitian collaborates as a member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team to provide patients of all age groups and acuity levels with high-quality medical nutrition therapy following the Nutrition Care Process. This role integrates the Academy Code of Ethics in all areas of practice and encompasses the following responsibilities: • Screen and assess patients utilizing the Division Screening and Assessment Policy. • Evaluate age, acuity, developmental, and disease-specific nutritional needs of patients. • Develop and implement individualized nutritional plans of care. • Identify patient nutrition education needs and provide tailored nutrition counseling to patients, families, and/or caregivers. • Evaluate and monitor the effectiveness and outcomes of medical nutrition therapy interventions. • Serve as a preceptor and mentor to dietetic interns. • Participate in department and/or hospital-wide committees, performance improvement projects, and research opportunities. • Act as a clinical resource to all interdisciplinary team members. Education/Experience Required: • Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition or Dietetics required. • Completion of an ACEND-accredited supervised practice program. • One to two years of hospital clinical nutrition experience preferred. Licensure/Certification Required: • Registered Dietitian Nutritionist preferred; must pass the Registration Examination for Dietitians within 3 months of the hire date. • Licensed by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation within 6 months of the hire date. • Obtaining 75 CEUs within a 5-year period to meet CDR professional portfolio requirements. • Employment in this position is contingent upon continued registration and licensure as a dietitian. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: • Completes individualized training through the orientation process and ongoing competency assessment. • Maintains confidentiality and complies with HIPAA standards. • Strong communication skills both verbal and written; ability to compose comprehensive medical record documentation using critical thinking. • Excellent reasoning, decision-making, and organizational skills. • Utilizes healthcare software including Meditech and Computrition programs. • Proficient in computer skills and knowledgeable in Outlook, Excel, and Word. • Able to work in a fast-paced environment with exceptional attention to detail. • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work both independently and as part of a diverse healthcare team.