The Dietitian GS-11 is assigned to the Clinical Section of NFS, Bath VAMC, serving as the medical nutrition expert. The Dietitian works autonomously in applying evidenced-based nutrition practice guidelines for all patients, including those with complex medical and nutritional needs.
The Clinical Dietitian coordinates nutritional care of Veterans with other health care providers, the Veteran, the Veteran's caregiver, and the community. They interpret research and utilize whole health principles to develop patient-centered goals and improve outcomes. The Clinical Dietitian collaborates with the Food Operations Section to enhance the Veterans' dining experience and ensure patient satisfaction.
- 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.
- Calculates nutrient requirements and necessary diet restrictions or food and drug interactions tailoring the diet prescription to each individual patient. - Documents MNT in the medical record using the Assessment, Diagnosis, Intervention, Monitoring, Evaluation (ADIME) format. Work Schedule: Monday through Friday: 7:30 am to 4:00 pm. Telework: Not available Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Functional Statement #: PD99529S Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
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Joseph.Wittmann@va.gov · 914-737-4400 X203425
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $74678 – $97087/yr.
This position requires a Other security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-09-16.
This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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