Dietitian II PRN - Germantown Maryland

Company: MedStar Health
Location: Germantown, Maryland
Posted On: 03/28/2026

About this Job: General Summary of Position Provides comprehensive Medical Nutrition Therapy to inpatients with a variety of medical conditions. This includes but is not limited to performing malnutrition assessments nutrition focused physical exams diet educations and providing nutrition support recommendations. These functions are performed in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations and MedStar Georgetown University Hospital's philosophy policies procedures and standards while adhering to MedStar's "Spirit Values. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Consults with and/or makes recommendations to physicians and other allied health professionals regarding patients' nutritional statuses nutrient needs or specific diet plans. Formulates nutrition assessment evaluation and follow-up plans for patients at nutrition risk as ordered by providers or according to departmental policy. Recommends and documents patient's nutrition treatment findings and plan in the patient's medical record. Consults in/outpatients in diet rationale for self-management. Participates in clinical rounds appropriate department/service meetings and communicates appropriate information to administrative personnel in service area. Must be flexible to cross-cover and train in all areas including the Neonatal ICU and Pediatrics if needed. Reviews at least one annual review of literature pertinent to the area(s) of responsibility and presents to peers in Journal Club. Presents at least one case study to peers annually relating to Journal Club if possible. Attends pertinent meetings to enhance clinical practice growth records and documents in CDR Professional Development Plan. Performs at least one annual formal professional presentation in the area of specialty to allied health professionals or the community. Develops implements or participates in one of the following: new or updated education material new policy or policy change QAPI project or other nutrition related project as directed and approved by the CNM. Provides relief and cross-coverage as delegated for in/outpatient services. Maintains current CDR credentials and DC Licensure and completes yearly competencies as outlined by MGUH. Holds current membership in a professional organization pertinent to the role. Participates in licensing survey as needed. Assumes other duties and responsibilities that are appropriate to the position and area. The above responsibilities are a general description of the level and nature of the work assigned to this classification and are not to be considered all-inclusive. Minimal Qualifications Education Bachelor's degree B.S. degree with a major in Food & Nutrition Science from an accredited college or university and the completion of an accredited dietetic internship. required and Master's degree Master's degree from an accredited college or university if completed after January 1 2024 required Experience 5-7 years Five years minimum of progressive clinical nutrition experience. required or 3-4 years Three years minimum of progressive clinical nutrition experience AND a Specialty certification recognized by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and/or Commission on Dietetic Registration as a major certification. preferred Licenses and Certifications REG DIET - Dietitian - Registered Commission on Dietetic Registration Upon Hire required and Dietitian DC DOH - DIETDC DC Department of Health-Board of Dietetics and Nutrition Upon Hire required and CNSC - Certified Nutrition Support Clinician Or other specialty certification recognized by the Commission on Dietetic Registration and/or Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Upon Hire preferred Knowledge Skills and Abilities Current knowledge of clinical dietetics. Able to navigate Electronic Medical Record efficiently. Functional with basic word processing skills. Good communicator with peers and members of the interdisciplinary team. Able to manage time efficiently and able to multi-task. Flexibility in schedule and tasks as needed. Comfortable with public speaking. This position has a hiring range of : USD $72,758.00 - USD $130,041.00 /Yr. More...

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