Clinical Dietitian

Clinical Dietitian Position Summary:

The Clinical Dietitian works closely with the interdisciplinary health care team to provide medical nutrition therapy and nutrition services that are integrated and compatible with the patient s medical program goals and objectives. Primary responsibilities include developing and implementing nutrition services and medical nutrition therapy using established standards of care; managing resources in a cost-effective manner; participating in performance improvement efforts; and maintaining professional competency and skills required for professional practice.

Qualifications:

A.

Education:

Registered Dietitian or eligible for registration by the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetic Association; Page 3 of 3 Texas State Licensure; certification in specialty practice may be required depending on practice area. VI.

Unusual Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

Must be able to work under stress. Good verbal, written, and electronic skills are necessary. Traveling to clinics is possible. Frequent walking throughout the campus.