Dietitian (Clinical) (Community Based Outpatient Clinic)
Job Overview
Employment Type
Temporary
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Exact $62,311.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional Development
Employee assistance program
flexible schedule
Job Description
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) offers a comprehensive and patient-focused Nutrition and Food Services (NFS) program within its Clinical Section aimed at delivering exceptional medical nutrition care to Veterans. The VA is a renowned governmental organization dedicated to providing healthcare services, benefits, and support to military Veterans ensuring their well-being and quality of life. As part of its commitment to holistic and evidence-based care, the VA invites qualified professionals to join its Clinical Section as Clinical Dietitians, serving as medical nutrition experts who play a vital role in supporting patients with varied and complex nutritional needs.
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Job Requirements
- Citizen of the United States
- Registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)
- Bachelor’s or higher degree from a U.S. regionally accredited college or foreign equivalent
- Completion of ACEND accredited supervised practice program
- For foreign-educated applicants, ACEND evaluation and meeting International Dietitian Education standards
- Compliance with VA Handbook 5005 dietitian qualification standards
- Ability to comply with accrediting and regulatory agency requirements
- Experience for GS-9 and GS-11 positions as specified
- Ability to use virtual technology for nutrition care delivery
- Knowledge of patient assessment, diagnosis, intervention, monitoring, and evaluation
- Effective collaboration with stakeholders
- Compliance with TJC and other accrediting agency standards
Job Qualifications
- Citizen of the United States
- Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential from the Commission on Dietetic Registration
- Bachelor’s or higher degree from a regionally accredited college or university
- Completion of an ACEND accredited dietetic program or equivalent
- Knowledge of accrediting and regulatory requirements
- Ability to apply evidence-based nutrition practices
- Experience with virtual technology for nutrition care
- Skill in data collection and performance improvement studies
- Strong collaboration and communication skills
- Preferred experience includes Master’s Degree in Nutrition
- Experience with bariatric surgery patients
- Experience with individual nutrition counseling in outpatient settings
- Experience leading and facilitating group nutrition classes independently
Job Duties
- Conduct nutrition assessments using the nutrition care process (NCP)
- Develop patient-centered nutrition care plans based on evidence-based guidelines
- Collaborate with healthcare providers, Veterans, and community resources to coordinate nutritional care
- Utilize virtual technology to provide nutrition counseling and care
- Maintain accurate record keeping of clinical activities and patient encounters
- Comply with The Joint Commission and accrediting agency standards to ensure quality patient care
- Collaborate with the Food Operations Section to enhance Veterans' dining experience and support patient satisfaction
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Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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