Clinical Dietitian-Department of Medicine- Medical Center

Houston Methodist - Houston, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

Houston, TX

501-1,000 employees

Nursing and Residential Care Facilities

About the position

The Clinical Dietitian position at Houston Methodist is an entry-level role responsible for implementing nutritional care in accordance with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics' Nutrition Care Process. This role involves providing medical nutrition therapy, nutrition education, and collaborating with an interprofessional healthcare team to ensure optimal patient outcomes and safety. The Clinical Dietitian will also engage in care coordination, patient interaction, and contribute to departmental goals related to quality and patient satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Implement nutritional care according to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Nutrition Care Process (NCP).
• Provide medical nutrition therapy and nutrition education to patients.
• Monitor and reassess nutrition care plans and recommend adjunctive services as needed.
• Conduct Nutrition Focused Physical Assessments (NFPA) to identify malnutrition.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to document malnutrition in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Participate in care coordination rounds and communicate patient care information effectively.
• Ensure continuity of care by completing quality monitors and evaluating outcomes.
• Adjust nutrition care plans to provide cost-effective therapy and document findings in the EMR.
• Maintain professional development and conduct training for nutrition assistants and volunteers.

Requirements

• Graduate of an education program approved by the credentialing body for Registered Dietitian (RD).
• Completion of a dietetic internship accredited by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
• Registered Dietitian (CDR) certification by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
• State Licensure as a Dietitian in Texas or obtain licensure within 60 days of employment.

Nice-to-haves

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401k retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Continuing education support