Clinical Dietitian I
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on7701, Arrowood Court, Bethesda, Montgomery County, Maryland, 20817, 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 provide personalized, patient-first healthcare tailored to the unique needs of every individual. We are dedicated to a diverse team of healthcare professionals committed to delivering optimal health outcomes through collaborative care.
About the Role
As a Clinical Dietitian I, you will join our dedicated team to provide specialized nutritional services and therapy to a diverse patient population, ranging from pediatric to geriatric individuals. This role exists to ensure effective dietary management that complements medical treatment, helping patients achieve their health goals.
In this position, you will collaborate closely with physicians and other healthcare professionals to coordinate medical and nutritional needs for a variety of health conditions. Your day-to-day involves assessing nutritional needs and current health plans to develop personalized dietary-care strategies. You will serve as a vital educator, communicating dietary plans and advice to patients and their families to promote healthy eating habits and adherence to recommendations. Additionally, you will document patient care, track progress, and adapt plans as necessary, ensuring that the latest nutritional research and evidence-based practices are integrated into your patient care.
Work location
Work model: On-site
7701, Arrowood Court, Bethesda, Montgomery County, Maryland, 20817, United States
Bethesda, 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 nutrition management
- 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 diverse patient populations
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 nutrition management; and document patient care and track progress towards dietary health goals.
What are the requirements for this Clinical Dietitian I role?expand_more
MedStar Health is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: 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 7701, Arrowood Court, Bethesda, Montgomery County, Maryland, 20817, 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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