U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Dietitian (Clinical)
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, San Antonio, Texas, United States, 78208
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs provided pay range
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Base pay range $50,694.00/yr - $97,528.00/yr
Summary The Dietitian (Clinical) position is within the Clinical Section of Nutrition and Food Service (NFS) serving as the medical nutrition expert. They are autonomous in their work in applying evidence‑based nutrition practice guidelines for all patients - including those with complex medical and nutritional needs. This position is located at the North West San Antonio VA Clinic - 9939 State Highway 151 - San Antonio - TX 78251-1900.
Qualifications
United States Citizenship: Non‑citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) or Registered Dietitian (RD) – Must be registered with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)
Exception for GS‑07 and GS‑09 Only: Dietitians who do not possess the RDN/RD credential
Non‑credentialed Dietitians who otherwise meet the basic qualification requirements and have fulfilled the requirements below – but do not possess the RDN credential – may be given a full‑time temporary appointment not to exceed one year under the authority of 38 U.S.C. 7405(c)(2)
May only be appointed at the GS‑07 or GS‑09 level and may not be promoted/converted until they obtain their RDN credential
Non‑credentialed Dietitians must have fulfilled each of the following: Earned a bachelor's or higher degree from a U.S. regionally accredited college or university or foreign equivalent
Foreign Education: To be creditable – college and/or university degrees earned outside the U.S and its territories must be evaluated by ACEND and meet ACEND's International Dietitian Education standards which are designed to provide graduates with the knowledge and competencies to sit for the CDR registration exam
Completed an ACEND accredited experiential or supervised practice program and provide a verification statement from the program director that conveys eligibility to take the CDR registration exam as a prospective RDN
A list of ACEND accredited programs are located on the ACEND website or at ACEND Accredited Programs Directory
Current VHA Dietitians that qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision may not be promoted to a higher grade if they do not meet the current RDN/RD requirements
Grade Determinations: GS‑07 Dietitian (Clinical) (Entry Level Developmental) – No additional requirements beyond the basic requirements
GS‑09 Dietitian (Clinical) (Developmental) – Experience/Education Requirement: In addition to meeting the basic requirements – to qualify for the GS‑09 you must have at least 1 year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS‑7) OR a master’s degree from a regionally accredited university or college in the field of dietetics or closely related field
Your experience or education must demonstrate the following Knowledge – Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of various accrediting and regulatory requirements Knowledge of virtual technology to provide nutrition care Ability to deliver patient care using the NCP (e.g. – assessment – diagnosis – intervention – monitoring and evaluation) Ability to apply evidence‑based nutrition practices to improve patient outcomes Ability to develop patient‑centered goals Ability to collect data for performance improvement studies Ability to collaborate with stakeholders
GS‑11 Dietitian (Clinical) (Full Performance Level) – Experience Requirement: In addition to meeting the basic requirements – to qualify for the GS‑11 you must possess at least 1 year of experience as an RDN/RD equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS‑09) which demonstrates the following Knowledge – Skills and Abilities: Skill in delivering patient care using the Nutrition Care Process (NCP) (e.g. – assessment – diagnosis – intervention – monitoring – and evaluation) Skill in interpreting research to apply evidence‑based nutrition practices to improve patient outcomes Skill in developing patient‑centered goals Skill in analyzing data for performance improvement studies Skill in collaborating with stakeholders Ability to comply with various accrediting – regulatory and agency authorities
Preferred Experience: 1 to 3 Years Experience as Clinical Dietitian, 1 to 3 Years Experience using the Nutrition Care Process model, Experience working in the interdisciplinary team setting. Reference: For more information on this qualification standard – please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/
Physical Requirements: The work is sedentary. Some work may require movement between offices – hospitals – warehouses – and similar areas for meetings and to conduct work. Work may also require walking/standing – in conjunction with travel to and attendance at meetings and/or conferences away from the work site. Incumbent may carry and lift light items weighing less than 15 pounds.
Duties
Clinical Dietitians coordinate 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.
Clinical Dietitians collaborate with the Food Operations Section to enhance the Veterans' dining experience and ensure patient satisfaction.
Conduct 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.
Develop and implement Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) to address the nutrition diagnosis, evaluate and monitor the effectiveness and outcomes of MNT interventions.
Modify the plan as needed to achieve positive patient outcomes.
Calculate nutrient requirements and necessary diet restrictions or food and drug interactions tailoring the diet prescription to each individual patient.
Document MNT in the medical record using the ADIME format.
Function independently and accurately when recording patient care.
Identify patients in need of nutritional support, recommend the appropriate mode of support, and communicate appropriately with the health care team.
Actively participate in formal and informal interdisciplinary team meetings.
Assess educational needs and provide nutrition education/counseling for individuals and groups tailored to the Veteran(s).
Utilize virtual care technology to improve access to care.
Maintain productivity standards and accurate record keeping of daily clinical activities, completing patient encounters using approved systems.
Ensure continuous improvement of safe and quality care of Veterans.
Lead activities in the implementation of new initiatives.
Use data in the development of measures, data evaluation, and initiation of corrective actions.
Comply with the Joint Commission requirements and other accrediting agency standards to ensure safe and quality patient care.
Collaborate with the Food Operations Section and department leadership to enhance the Veterans' dining experience and support patient satisfaction, serving 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 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Telework: Ad‑hoc only. Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Health Care Provider
Industries Government Administration
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Base pay range $50,694.00/yr - $97,528.00/yr
Summary The Dietitian (Clinical) position is within the Clinical Section of Nutrition and Food Service (NFS) serving as the medical nutrition expert. They are autonomous in their work in applying evidence‑based nutrition practice guidelines for all patients - including those with complex medical and nutritional needs. This position is located at the North West San Antonio VA Clinic - 9939 State Highway 151 - San Antonio - TX 78251-1900.
Qualifications
United States Citizenship: Non‑citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) or Registered Dietitian (RD) – Must be registered with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)
Exception for GS‑07 and GS‑09 Only: Dietitians who do not possess the RDN/RD credential
Non‑credentialed Dietitians who otherwise meet the basic qualification requirements and have fulfilled the requirements below – but do not possess the RDN credential – may be given a full‑time temporary appointment not to exceed one year under the authority of 38 U.S.C. 7405(c)(2)
May only be appointed at the GS‑07 or GS‑09 level and may not be promoted/converted until they obtain their RDN credential
Non‑credentialed Dietitians must have fulfilled each of the following: Earned a bachelor's or higher degree from a U.S. regionally accredited college or university or foreign equivalent
Foreign Education: To be creditable – college and/or university degrees earned outside the U.S and its territories must be evaluated by ACEND and meet ACEND's International Dietitian Education standards which are designed to provide graduates with the knowledge and competencies to sit for the CDR registration exam
Completed an ACEND accredited experiential or supervised practice program and provide a verification statement from the program director that conveys eligibility to take the CDR registration exam as a prospective RDN
A list of ACEND accredited programs are located on the ACEND website or at ACEND Accredited Programs Directory
Current VHA Dietitians that qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision may not be promoted to a higher grade if they do not meet the current RDN/RD requirements
Grade Determinations: GS‑07 Dietitian (Clinical) (Entry Level Developmental) – No additional requirements beyond the basic requirements
GS‑09 Dietitian (Clinical) (Developmental) – Experience/Education Requirement: In addition to meeting the basic requirements – to qualify for the GS‑09 you must have at least 1 year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS‑7) OR a master’s degree from a regionally accredited university or college in the field of dietetics or closely related field
Your experience or education must demonstrate the following Knowledge – Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of various accrediting and regulatory requirements Knowledge of virtual technology to provide nutrition care Ability to deliver patient care using the NCP (e.g. – assessment – diagnosis – intervention – monitoring and evaluation) Ability to apply evidence‑based nutrition practices to improve patient outcomes Ability to develop patient‑centered goals Ability to collect data for performance improvement studies Ability to collaborate with stakeholders
GS‑11 Dietitian (Clinical) (Full Performance Level) – Experience Requirement: In addition to meeting the basic requirements – to qualify for the GS‑11 you must possess at least 1 year of experience as an RDN/RD equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS‑09) which demonstrates the following Knowledge – Skills and Abilities: Skill in delivering patient care using the Nutrition Care Process (NCP) (e.g. – assessment – diagnosis – intervention – monitoring – and evaluation) Skill in interpreting research to apply evidence‑based nutrition practices to improve patient outcomes Skill in developing patient‑centered goals Skill in analyzing data for performance improvement studies Skill in collaborating with stakeholders Ability to comply with various accrediting – regulatory and agency authorities
Preferred Experience: 1 to 3 Years Experience as Clinical Dietitian, 1 to 3 Years Experience using the Nutrition Care Process model, Experience working in the interdisciplinary team setting. Reference: For more information on this qualification standard – please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/
Physical Requirements: The work is sedentary. Some work may require movement between offices – hospitals – warehouses – and similar areas for meetings and to conduct work. Work may also require walking/standing – in conjunction with travel to and attendance at meetings and/or conferences away from the work site. Incumbent may carry and lift light items weighing less than 15 pounds.
Duties
Clinical Dietitians coordinate 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.
Clinical Dietitians collaborate with the Food Operations Section to enhance the Veterans' dining experience and ensure patient satisfaction.
Conduct 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.
Develop and implement Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) to address the nutrition diagnosis, evaluate and monitor the effectiveness and outcomes of MNT interventions.
Modify the plan as needed to achieve positive patient outcomes.
Calculate nutrient requirements and necessary diet restrictions or food and drug interactions tailoring the diet prescription to each individual patient.
Document MNT in the medical record using the ADIME format.
Function independently and accurately when recording patient care.
Identify patients in need of nutritional support, recommend the appropriate mode of support, and communicate appropriately with the health care team.
Actively participate in formal and informal interdisciplinary team meetings.
Assess educational needs and provide nutrition education/counseling for individuals and groups tailored to the Veteran(s).
Utilize virtual care technology to improve access to care.
Maintain productivity standards and accurate record keeping of daily clinical activities, completing patient encounters using approved systems.
Ensure continuous improvement of safe and quality care of Veterans.
Lead activities in the implementation of new initiatives.
Use data in the development of measures, data evaluation, and initiation of corrective actions.
Comply with the Joint Commission requirements and other accrediting agency standards to ensure safe and quality patient care.
Collaborate with the Food Operations Section and department leadership to enhance the Veterans' dining experience and support patient satisfaction, serving 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 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Telework: Ad‑hoc only. Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Health Care Provider
Industries Government Administration
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