Clinical Dietician
| Verified Pay check_circle | Provided by the employerStarting at $33.00 per hour |
|---|---|
| Hours | Full-time |
| Location | Houston, Texas |
About this job
Job Description
Clinical Dietitian - Houston, TX
Location: Houston, TX
Pay Rate: Starting at $33.00/hour
Schedule: Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
Dean's Professional Services is seeking an experienced and compassionate Clinical Dietitian to support a leading healthcare organization in Houston, TX. This is an excellent opportunity for a Registered Dietitian with clinical nutrition experience who is passionate about developing individualized nutrition plans and providing patient and family education. Pediatric nutrition experience is preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized patient nutritional care plans.
- Complete age-appropriate nutritional assessments for patients identified as being at nutrition risk.
- Provide nutrition assessment, management, and education for patients with conditions including diabetes.
- Develop and adapt nutrition plans based on each patient's medical, economic, social, cultural, and age-specific needs.
- Reassess patients at appropriate intervals and adjust nutrition plans as needed.
- Provide age-appropriate nutrition education to patients and families.
- Assess patients' and families' learning needs and readiness to learn.
- Educate patients and families regarding nutritional needs and healthy dietary practices.
- Participate in the development and review of patient education materials and department resources.
- Collaborate with the healthcare team to support comprehensive patient care.
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree required.
- Registered Dietitian (RD) credential required.
- Licensed Dietitian (LD) in Texas required.
- Clinical Nutrition experience required.
- Pediatric nutrition knowledge and experience required.
- Experience in pediatric nutrition support and/or oncology nutrition preferred, but not required.
- CSP/CSPCC and/or CNSC certification preferred.
- Strong knowledge of nutrition, medical nutrition therapy, and pediatric nutrition.
- Ability to assess nutritional needs and develop appropriate recommendations and interventions.
- Strong patient and family education skills.
- Excellent communication, critical-thinking, and organizational skills.
- Proficiency with computer applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, and nutrition-related programs.
Why Join Dean's Professional Services?
- Competitive pay starting at $33.00/hour
- Consistent Monday-Friday daytime schedule.
- Opportunity to build valuable experience in clinical and pediatric nutrition.
- Supportive and collaborative healthcare team.
- Professional work environment with opportunities for career growth.
- Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).
- Career opportunities with a nationally recognized healthcare staffing organization.
Dean's Professional Services is a national, award-winning staffing firm. Since 1993, we have connected over 50,000 healthcare professionals with leading organizations across the country by matching exceptional talent with rewarding career opportunities.
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