Job Summary
The Clinical Dietitian is responsible for evaluating the nutritional requirements of patients and formulating and executing tailored care plans. This role involves delivering education targeted at various age groups to both patients and their families. The Clinical Dietitian will work alongside other healthcare professionals to ensure that nutrition principles are seamlessly incorporated into patient care and accurately recorded in medical documentation.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate the nutritional needs of patients.
- Develop and put into practice personalized care plans.
- Provide nutrition education tailored for different age groups for patients and their families.
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure the application of nutrition principles.
- Document patient care and nutritional plans in medical records effectively.
Qualifications
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
- Must be a Certified Registered Dietitian (RD).
- Possess a Licensed Dietitian (LD) credential from the Texas Department of Licensing.
- Pediatric nutrition experience is preferred.
Texas Children's Hospital provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
