The Outpatient Dietitian (Clinical) position is within the Clinical Section of the Nutrition and Food Service and is located at the New Braunfels Community Based Outpatient Clinic. This position is responsible for conducting comprehensive nutrition assessments for Veterans using the NCP (e.g., assessment, diagnosis, intervention, monitoring and evaluation), assuring high-quality nutrition care.
This OPEN & CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT is scheduled to remain open until April 19, 2027. However, the announcement may be closed sooner if the position is filled or extended as needed. The initial cut-off date for referral of eligible applications will be on November 1, 2026, with subsequent cut-off dates on the 1st of each month.
Eligible applications received after that date will be referred at regular intervals or as additional vacancies occur on an as-needed basis until the position is filled. The Dietitian (Clinical) applies evidence-based nutrition practice guidelines for all patients, including those with complex medical and nutritional needs. Clinical Dietitians coordinate nutritional care of Veterans with other health care providers, the Veteran, the Veteran's caregiver, and the community.
Duties include but are not limited to: Conducts comprehensive nutrition assessments using the Nutritional Care Process (NCP), including nutrition focused physical examinations, to establish a nutrition diagnosis and determine risk and/or degree of malnutrition. Develops and implements Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) to address the nutrition diagnosis, evaluates and monitors the effectiveness and outcomes of MNT interventions.
Modifies the plan as needed to achieve positive patient outcomes. Documents MNT in the medical record using the Assessment, Diagnosis, Intervention, Monitoring, Evaluation (ADIME) format. Calculates nutrition requirements and necessary diet restrictions or food and drug interactions, tailoring the diet prescription to each individual patient.
Identifies patients in need of nutritional support and recommends the appropriate mode of support and communicates appropriately with the health care team. Actively participates in formal and informal interdisciplinary team meetings. Assesses educational needs and provides nutrition education/counseling for individuals and groups that is tailored to the Veteran(s). Maintains productivity standards.
Maintains accurate record-keeping of daily clinical activities and complete patient encounters using approved systems. Ensures continuous improvement of safe and quality care of Veterans. Leads activities in the implementation of new initiatives. Uses data in the development of measures, data evaluation, and initiation of corrective actions. Complies with The Joint Commission requirements and other accrediting agency standards to ensure safe and quality patient care.
Collaborates with the Food Operations Section and department leadership to enhance the Veterans' dining experience, support patient satisfaction, and serve as a liaison between clinical units and the Food Operations Section. May perform other related duties as assigned which are appropriate for this grade and assignment. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm Telework: Ad-Hoc only, as determined by the agency. Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Functional Statement #: PD99531S, PD99530S, and PD99529S Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
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This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $51201 – $98514/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
Applications close on 2027-04-19.
This is a Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm position.
This position is open under the 'Fed Competitive' hiring path.
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