Clinical Dietitian

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Position posted 2 days ago. Be among the first 25 applicants.

5000 Legacy Drive Suite 215 Plano TX 75204

M-F 8-5

HYBRID with 3 days on site minimum

Credentialing required prior to start - Our credentialing process takes a minimum of 135 days (about 4 and a half months) from beginning to end

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well‑being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not‑for‑profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar‑for‑dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note:

Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

The Clinical Dietitian I provides nutrition therapy and education to patients, families, and the community. Performs nutritional assessments of patients and develops care plans. Develops and conducts educational and in‑service training programs.

• Performs nutritional assessment of patients. Examines patient medical and non‑medical information by interviewing patients or caregivers and reviewing medical records. Establishes appropriate nutrition care. Conducts nutrient intake testing. Formulates intravenous and enteral nutrition therapy with macro and micronutrient manipulation. Establishes total parental nutrition therapy rates and duration of infusion. Develops care plans.
• Provides single or group nutrition counseling for outpatients and inpatients. Provides information on fitness and exercise related to weight management and diet. Documents important nutritional information in the medical record. Monitors patients to determine the need for changes in nutritional management.
• Researches, develops, and delivers educational programs for patients, families, staff, dietetic interns, or community groups. Conducts in‑service training for staff and helps with training and evaluation of dietetic interns. Develops nutrition education tools and documents education in patient medical records.
• Conducts research and develops proposals to obtain grant funding. Conducts research for projects, writes articles for publications, and delivers presentations on research topics.
• Participates in multi‑disciplinary patient rounds and case conferences. Engages in discharge planning to gather and exchange information. Assesses patient response to the care plan. Maximizes efficiency and effectiveness of patient care. Participates in meetings related to nutrition education, patient care standards, or dietetic internship programs. Gathers and exchanges information. Potentially serves as a member of the Health Education Task Force.
• Maintains current knowledge of nutrition services functions through reading literature, attending workshops, seminars, conferences and by participating in professional organizations.
• Assists in developing nutritional care and research protocols. Participates in quality assurance by helping develop patient care criteria and understanding actual care delivered.
• Participates in organizing and executing health fairs and other related community events.

• Accountable for the proper use of patient protected health information.
• Ability to deal with complex situations and resolve patient and customer service concerns.
• Ability to give clear, concise and complete education and instructions.
• Works well in a patient‑centered environment as an integral team player.
• Ability to adjust communication style for different audiences. Caring listener, sensitive, upbeat, optimistic, articulate, gracious, and tactful. Ability to calm an upset patient with a composed and professional demeanor.
• Licensed Registered Dietitian preferred.

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued, and supported.

• Education – Bachelor's
• Experience – Less than 1 Year of Experience

• Registered Dietitians (RD)

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Health Care Provider

• Hospitals and Health Care

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