Clinical Dietitian I/II - Pediatric Gastroenterology

VCU Health • Richmond, VA

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About The Position

The Clinical Nutrition levels I and II competently provides and documents nutrition care to patients as applicable to practice area. Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: Registered as a Dietitian (RD) by the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. For Clinical Nutrition I: May be registry eligible, but must pass the RD exam within the first 6 months of employment in the position. Advancement from Clinical Nutrition I to a Clinical Nutrition II is required one year after passing the Registered Dietitian exam. Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: Maintenance of Registered Dietitian status with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics CPR training for those practicing in the outpatient nutrition clinic.

Requirements

• Registered as a Dietitian (RD) by the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
• For Clinical Nutrition I: Less than one (1) year of experience providing nutrition care in an acute care setting.
• For Clinical Nutrition II: One or more years of experience providing nutrition care in an acute care setting as a Registered Dietitian.
• Bachelors Degree in Nutrition or related field from an accredited college or university.

Nice To Haves

• Specialty certification in the area of practice.
• Certificate in Training (Adult Weight Management, Childhood & Adolescent Weight Management).
• Motivational interview training.
• Experience with clinical research protocols for applicable positions.

Responsibilities

• Provide and document nutrition care to patients as applicable to practice area.
• Perform nutrition care activities described in departmental policies/procedures.
• Communicate with health care team/patient food service managers regarding patient needs.
• Provide classes to dietetic interns, if appropriate for rotation.
• Provision of in-services to staff.
• Travel to satellite clinics when needed, as determined by supervisor.

Benefits

• $15,000 Sign On Bonus for offers accepted by November 30, 2025.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees