Clinical Dietitian

Lifepoint Health • Arlington, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Texas Rehabilitation Hospital of Arlington, part of Lifepoint Health, is seeking a Clinical Dietitian. This role involves providing clinical nutrition services for hospitalized patients, including assessment, care planning, education, and discharge coordination. The Clinical Dietitian will also oversee menu management and staff education related to therapeutic diets, allergens, and nutrition standards. A key aspect of the role is actively supporting regulatory survey readiness and on-site survey activities to ensure compliance with standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Dietetics or a nutrition-related field
• Registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration
• State license/certification if required
• Clinical nutrition assessment and care planning skills
• Clear documentation skills
• Knowledge of therapeutic diets and allergen management
• Effective teaching/presentation skills
• Ability to collaborate across disciplines
• Strong organization and follow-through
• Survey readiness and compliance awareness

Nice To Haves

• Prior acute-care experience

Responsibilities

• Participate in the survey process: guide staff on conduct and disclosure, maintain an on-site presence with surveyors, coordinate timely information requests, and initiate corrective action during surveys as appropriate
• Collaborate with hospital departments to develop plans of correction
• Conduct initial nutrition assessments and reassessments for all admitted patients
• Prioritize high-risk referrals per policy
• Ensure complete and timely documentation (assessments, care plans, education, discharge planning) in accordance with hospital policy and regulatory standards
• Provide oversight of the menu management process to align offerings with therapeutic diet orders and patient needs
• Educate managers and staff on therapeutic diets, food allergens, and related topics
• Serve as a subject-matter resource
• Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs)
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees