Virtual Dietitian Central Texas-Remote

The US Oncology Network•Dallas, TX

5d•Remote

About The Position

Texas Oncology is seeking a remote Clinical Dietitian to support the Central Texas region as part of its Virtual Team. The position provides oncology nutrition care to patients, families, and staff across the cancer-care continuum, including prevention, treatment, recurrence, and palliative care. The dietitian provides nutrition screening, assessment, counseling, recommendations, education, and follow-up, and collaborates with clinical staff and multidisciplinary care teams. The role is remote, requires residence in Texas, and includes approximately 10% travel within Texas for site visits. Typical hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with no weekends, on-call, or holiday work.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition or Dietetics.
At least three years of professional experience as a dietitian, including hospital therapeutics, teaching, and/or public health experience.
Current registered dietitian status through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).
Current Texas state licensure as a Registered Dietitian, as required by state regulations.
Must reside in Texas.
Ability to meet the physical demands described, including standing for extensive periods and occasionally lifting and carrying items weighing up to 40 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in oncology or a home care environment.
Board Specialty certification in Oncology Nutrition.
Bilingual Spanish language skills.

Responsibilities

Implement a nutrition screening system for cancer patients undergoing active treatment.
Provide individualized nutrition assessments, counseling, and recommendations based on patients’ therapies and nutritional needs.
Document clinical activity and assessments accurately and completely in patient charts in accordance with company policy and procedure.
Educate patients, families, and healthcare professionals about nutrition therapy.
Follow up on patient progress regularly.
Consult with staff regarding specific nutrition problems and issues.
Provide ongoing nutrition classes for patients on topics and research relevant to cancer patients.
Review and evaluate nutrition literature and materials for staff use.
Participate in staff orientation, ongoing training, and in-service education on nutrition issues, research, programs, and community resources.
Collaborate with other health professionals and develop nutrition education and resource materials as needed.
Attend and contribute to multidisciplinary patient-care rounds.
Participate with clinical staff in developing, implementing, and revising care plans for patients receiving nutritional support.
Attend education programs to maintain current knowledge and effectiveness as a resource regarding patients’ nutrition needs.
Support and adhere to the US Oncology Compliance Program, including its Code of Ethics and Business Standards.