Dietitian Educator
Company: MedStar Health
Location: Baltimore
Posted on: January 9, 2026
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Job Description:
About this Job: General Summary of Position Monitors nutritional
care manages physician-ordered medical nutrition therapy assesses
patient needs and provides nutrition education to individual
patients with complex nutritional deficiencies. Develops
curriculums and implements protocols. Develops nutrition projects
participates in research develops and conducts educational programs
for hospital staff patients and the community. Primary Duties and
Responsibilities - Actively participate in department staff
meetings to discuss and plan patient and community services. -
Communicates individually with physicians nursing and ancillary
staff regarding patient care for individuals at risk. Meets with
the health care team to discuss patient care needs. Works
cooperatively with other departments to provide efficient patient
care. - Contributes to the achievement of established department
goals and objectives and adheres to department policies procedures
quality standards and safety standards. Complies with governmental
and accreditation regulations. - Coordinates support groups
participates in community health fairs and community centers'
educational programs. - Develops curriculums protocols and provides
classes on nutrition-related topics as requested by the institution
for outpatient and community settings. Participates in research
activities. - Documents relevant aspects of nutritional care for
patients in the medical record. Prepares written documentation as
required by the profession and the department. - Educates patients
on modified diets through individual discussions with the patient
and family as requested by the health care team patient and/or
family. - Maintains department records care plans reports and files
as required. - Performs other duties as assigned. - Provides
high-quality medical nutrition therapy: reviews medical records of
patients/residents for nutritional consults and of those with
abnormal nutritional parameters. Provides appropriate
recommendations. - Represents the department on performance
improvement teams and education committees. Participates in
department performance improvement initiatives. - Serves as an
educational resource to the institution and the community. Provides
technical and educational assistance on a regular basis to clients
nursing medical personnel and ancillary staff. Minimal
Qualifications Education - Bachelor's degree in Dietetics required
or - nutrition related field. required Experience - 3-4 years
Related experience in a healthcare setting. required Licenses and
Certifications - American Dietetic Assoc - ADA ADA (American
Dietetic Association) registration. required and - REG DIET -
Dietitian - Registered License to practice as a
Dietitian/Nutritionist in the State of Maryland. required and - CDE
- Certified Diabetes Educator Certification CDE (Certified Diabetes
Educator) certification preferred Knowledge Skills and Abilities -
Verbal and written communication skills. - Basic computer skills
preferred. This position has a hiring range of : USD $74,214.00 -
USD $134,596.00 /Yr.
Keywords: MedStar Health, Baltimore , Dietitian Educator, Healthcare , Baltimore, Maryland
