Dietitian - Pediatric Clinical Dietitian

Pediatric Dietitian

The Pediatric Dietitian assesses patients' nutritional status. The role develops appropriate medical nutrition therapy care plans. It provides nutrition counseling and education to patients and caregivers. The position documents recommendations for treatment in the patients' electronic medical record according to facility policy. Effective communication with coworkers and families is essential to ensure appropriate nutrition care plans are implemented and followed. Participation in interdisciplinary rounds with medical, nursing, and rehabilitation staff is required.

The Dietitian coordinates care with interdisciplinary team members. All duties and responsibilities for designated inpatients and ambulatory care patients are fulfilled. The Dietitian functions as a member of the multi-disciplinary team to develop, coordinate, implement, and evaluate patients' nutritional care plans. The position complies with all hospital-wide and departmental policies and procedures. Coverage may include inpatient admissions, attending medical rounds, writing follow-up notes, and attending meetings.

Consultation may involve outpatient programs relating to healthy eating and weight management. Work may include addressing complex diagnoses, short gut syndrome, and nutrition support for pediatric patients. Availability for required holidays is expected, and floating to other campuses may be necessary. Weekends and on-call duties are not required.