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Registered Dietitian
Weatherford, TX
Clinical Dietitian
Position Overview
Join the Food and Nutrition Services team as a Clinical Dietitian, providing high-quality medical nutrition therapy to patients across all age groups and acuity levels. You'll work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary healthcare team to screen, assess, and develop individualized nutrition care plans using the Nutrition Care Process.
Key Responsibilities
- Screen and assess patients' nutritional needs based on age, acuity, development, and disease-specific factors
- Develop and implement personalized nutrition plans of care
- Provide individualized nutrition counseling to patients, families, and caregivers
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of nutrition therapy interventions
- Serve as a preceptor and mentor to dietetic interns
- Participate in committees, performance improvement projects, and research opportunities
- Act as a clinical resource to interdisciplinary team members
- Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA standards
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition or Dietetics
- Completion of an ACEND-accredited supervised practice program
- Registered Dietitian Nutritionist credential preferred, or must pass the Registration Examination for Dietitians within 3 months of hire
- Licensed by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation within 6 months of hire
- Commitment to maintaining 75 CEUs within a 5-year period
Preferred Qualifications
- 1–2 years of hospital clinical nutrition experience
Key Skills
Strong communication and documentation abilities, excellent reasoning and organizational skills, proficiency with computer software and Microsoft Office, and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while working independently and collaboratively.
Assignment Details
- Shift: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Schedule: Full-time, 36 guaranteed hours per week; weekends not required
- Duration: 13 weeks
- Dress Code: Scrubs (red top, black pants)