Clinical Dietitian I
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on9012, Nelson Way, Oakland Mills, Columbia, Howard County, Maryland, 21045, United States
About the Team
MedStar Health is a leading non-profit healthcare organization serving the D.C.-Maryland-Virginia region. Our mission is to deliver personalized, patient-first healthcare tailored to the unique needs of our diverse community, ranging from pediatric to geriatric individuals. We are dedicated to fostering a collaborative environment where healthcare professionals work together to ensure optimal health outcomes.
About the Role
As a Clinical Dietitian I, you will join our dedicated team to provide specialized nutritional services and therapy. This role exists to bridge the gap between medical treatment and daily nutrition, ensuring that dietary management is an integral part of each patient's care plan. You will collaborate closely with physicians and other healthcare professionals to coordinate medical and nutritional needs for a variety of health conditions.
In this position, you will assess nutritional needs, diet restrictions, and current health plans to develop and implement personalized dietary-care strategies. A key part of your day involves educating patients and their families on healthy eating habits, dietary modifications, and nutrition management to improve overall health outcomes. You will also document patient care, track progress toward dietary health goals, and adapt plans as necessary to achieve optimal results. Success in this role requires staying informed on the latest nutritional research and integrating evidence-based practices into your daily patient interactions.
Work location
Work model: On-site
9012, Nelson Way, Oakland Mills, Columbia, Howard County, Maryland, 21045, United States
Columbia, Maryland
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleAssess nutritional needs and develop personalized dietary-care plans
- check_circleConsult with physicians to coordinate medical and nutritional needs
- check_circleEducate patients and families on healthy eating habits and dietary modifications
- check_circleDocument patient care and track progress towards dietary health goals
- check_circleIntegrate evidence-based nutritional research into patient care practices
- check_circleProvide nutritional counseling for a diverse patient population
Requirements
- verifiedRegistered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) certified by the Commission on Dietetic Registration
- verifiedLicensed Dietitian (LD) in the state of Maryland or eligible for licensure
- verifiedProficiency in nutritional planning software and patient care documentation systems
Benefits & Perks
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What does a Clinical Dietitian I at MedStar Health do?expand_more
In this Clinical Dietitian I at MedStar Health role, you will assess nutritional needs and develop personalized dietary-care plans; consult with physicians to coordinate medical and nutritional needs; educate patients and families on healthy eating habits and dietary modifications; and document patient care and track progress towards dietary health goals.
What are the requirements for this Clinical Dietitian I role?expand_more
To qualify for the Clinical Dietitian I at MedStar Health position, applicants should have: Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) certified by the Commission on Dietetic Registration; Licensed Dietitian (LD) in the state of Maryland or eligible for licensure; and Proficiency in nutritional planning software and patient care documentation systems.
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Clinical Dietitian I at MedStar Health is based in 9012, Nelson Way, Oakland Mills, Columbia, Howard County, Maryland, 21045, United States. This is a on-site role.
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MedStar Health has listed this Clinical Dietitian I role as on-site.
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Candidates for Clinical Dietitian I at MedStar Health should have mid level.
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Key skills for Clinical Dietitian I at MedStar Health include Clinical Nutrition; Dietary Management; Nutritional Planning Software; Patient Care Documentation Systems; Registered Dietitian Nutritionist; and Licensed Dietitian.
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Clinical Dietitian I at MedStar Health is part of the healthcare & nursing job category on Recrutus.
About MedStar Health
MedStar Health operates as a not-for-profit health system headquartered in Columbia, Maryland, serving patients across Maryland and the Washington, D.C., region. The organization integrates ten hospitals with a network of ambulatory and urgent care centers to deliver comprehensive medical services. Its workforce includes approximately 30,000 associates and 6,000 affiliated physicians who are recognized regionally and nationally for excellence in clinical care.
A core component of the system is the MedStar Health Research Institute, which drives innovation and advances the practice of medicine through dedicated research efforts. The health system also maintains a significant educational footprint by serving as the medical education and clinical partner for Georgetown University. Through this partnership, MedStar Health trains more than 1,100 medical residents annually, contributing to the development of future healthcare professionals.
The organization operates under a patient-first philosophy that combines care, compassion, and clinical excellence with a strong emphasis on customer service. This approach guides its operations across all facilities and departments, ensuring that medical care is delivered with a focus on individual patient needs and high-quality service standards throughout the Mid-Atlantic area.
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