Dietitian (Clinical)

The Dietitian (Clinical) serves within Nutrition and Food Services (NFS) and provides comprehensive clinical nutrition services to Veterans. The incumbent conducts nutrition assessments, develops and implements Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT), monitors patient outcomes, and provides nutrition education and counseling. PRINCIPALES MISSIONS : The position collaborates with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate patient-centered care and improve health outcomes. Employees at the GS-07 and GS-09 levels function in developmental assignments with increasing responsibility and complexity, while the GS-11 level serves as the full performance level, functioning independently in providing clinical nutrition expertise for patients with complex medical and nutritional needs. The Dietitian applies evidence-based nutrition practices, supports quality improvement initiatives, maintains clinical documentation, and collaborates with Food Operations to enhance the Veteran dining experience and patient satisfaction. The position is committed to delivering safe, high-quality, Veteran-centered care while supporting the mission of the Veterans Health Administration. GS-07 Dietitian (Clinical) Major Duties Conduct nutrition assessments for patients with lower-acuity conditions using the Nutrition Care Process (NCP). Develop and implement Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) under supervision and monitor patient outcomes. Document nutrition care using the ADIME format in the medical record. Calculate nutrient requirements, diet restrictions, and food-drug interactions. Identify patients requiring nutrition support and communicate recommendations to the healthcare team. Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and patient care planning. Provide nutrition education and counseling to Veterans and caregivers. Maintain clinical productivity standards and accurate documentation. Manage clinic schedules to maximize access to nutrition services. Support quality improvement activities and compliance with accrediting standards. GS-09 Dietitian (Clinical) Major Duties Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments using the Nutrition Care Process (NCP), including nutrition-focused physical examinations. Develop, implement, evaluate, and modify Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) plans. Calculate nutrition requirements and tailor diet prescriptions to individual patient needs. Recommend appropriate nutrition support interventions and coordinate with the healthcare team. Document patient care using the ADIME format in the electronic health record. Provide individualized and group nutrition education and counseling. Participate in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings. Maintain clinical activity records and productivity standards. Participate in service planning, policy implementation, and performance improvement initiatives. Serve as a liaison between clinical units and Food Operations to support patient care and satisfaction. GS-11 Dietitian (Clinical) Major Duties Serve as the medical nutrition expert and independently provide clinical nutrition services for patients with complex medical and nutritional needs. Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments and establish nutrition diagnoses using evidence-based practices. Develop, implement, monitor, and evaluate Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) interventions. Calculate nutrient requirements and prescribe therapeutic diets tailored to individual patient needs. Recommend and coordinate nutrition support interventions with interdisciplinary healthcare teams. Provide specialized nutrition education and counseling to Veterans and caregivers. Utilize virtual care technology to improve access to nutrition services. Lead quality improvement activities and implementation of new clinical initiatives. Analyze data, develop performance measures, and initiate corrective actions to improve patient care outcomes. Collaborate with leadership and Food Operations to enhance the Veteran dining experience and patient satisfac

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OUR MISSION: To fulfill President Lincoln's promise "To care for those who have served in our nation's military and for their families, caregivers, and survivors" - by serving and honoring the men and women who are America's Veterans. How would you like to become a part of a team providing compassionate whole health care to Veterans? The West Palm Beach VA Medical Center opened in 1995 and is a general medical and surgical facility, providing a full range of patient care services, as well as comprehensive medical education and residency programs and limited research. All-inclusive health care is provided through primary care, emergency care and long-term care in the areas of medicine, surgery, mental health, physical medicine and rehabilitation, radiology, telemedicine, dentistry, hemodialysis, comprehensive Cancer Center and geriatrics and extended care including hospice and palliative care. The medical center provides health services to Veterans throughout South Florida and the Treas