Clinical Dietitian II - MLK

Clinical Dietitian IIThe Clinical Dietitian II delivers advanced medical nutrition therapy and education to patients, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to enhance clinical outcomes. This role prioritizes patient care based on nutritional risk and supports Harris Health's mission to provide high-quality, patient-centered care. The Clinical Dietitian II documents care using the Nutrition Care Process (NCP), ensures regulatory compliance, contributes to department and system initiatives, trains new staff and interns, and serves as a key resource within the department.Minimum Qualifications:Degrees: Masters of Dietetics, Food Science or NutritionLicenses & Certification: Registered Dietitian prior to hire Licensed Dietitian (LD) State of Texas within 60 days of hire Eligible certifications: Advanced Practitioner Certification in Clinical Nutrition (RDN-AP), Board Certification as a Specialist in Renal Nutrition (CSR); Board Certified Specialist in Obesity and Weight Management (CSOWM); Board Certified Specialist in Oncology Nutrition (CSO); Board Certified Specialist in Pediatric Nutrition (CSP); Specialist in Pediatric Critical Care Nutrition (CSPCC); Certified Nutrition Support Clinician (CNSC); Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES), Board Certified-Advanced Diabetes Management (BC-ADM) preferred.Work Experience: Two (2) years experience in Dietetics/Nutrition; PhD in a nutrition-related field may count for two (2) years of experience.Communication Skills: Above Average Verbal (Heavy Public Contact/Public Speaking); Exceptional Verbal (Public Speaking) Writing /Correspondence Writing /Reports Language Skills: Spanish preferred Proficiencies: MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Excel, MS Outlook, PCKnowledge/ Skills/ Abilities: Analytical, Mathematics, Medical Terms, Research, StatisticalWork Schedule: Weekends, Holidays, FlexibleEquipment Operated: Culinary equipment related to food demonstration; calculator; weight scaleOther Requirements: All required nutrition competencies need to be completed within 90 days of hire. BLS may be required Specialty certification may count for one year of experience PhD in a nutrition-related field may count for two years of experience.