Registered Dietitian
UHS
Summary
Fairfax Behavioral Health Hospital is seeking a Registered Dietitian. The Registered Dietitian plans modified diets as requested by the attending physician/licensed practitioner, provides nutritional assessments for patients as needed, and counsels patients and their families on dietary plans, food selections, preparation and nutritional principles.
Job description
Position Summary
Fairfax Behavioral Health Hospital is seeking a Registered Dietitian. The Registered Dietitian plans modified diets as requested by the attending physician/licensed practitioner, provides nutritional assessments for patients as needed, and counsels patients and their families on dietary plans, food selections, preparation and nutritional principles.
Monitors the performance improvement plans of the Dietary Services department and provides input in the development and implementation of patient care plans in relation to nutritional needs.
Responsibilities
- Plans modified diets as requested by the attending physician/licensed practitioner
- Provides nutritional assessments for patients as needed
- Counsels patients and their families on dietary plans, food selections, preparation and nutritional principles
- Monitors performance improvement plans of the Dietary Services department
- Provides input in the development and implementation of patient care plans in relation to nutritional needs
Qualifications
Education: Master's degree in clinical nutrition or dietetics required.
Experience: At least one (1) year post internship work experience in clinical nutrition preferred, in a health care facility with concentration in nutritional assessment and counseling. Prior experience with eating disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders and other behavioral conditions preferred.
Licensure: Registration with the Commission on Dietetics and certified dietitian with the State of Washington.
Requirements
- Master's degree in clinical nutrition or dietetics required
- Registration with the Commission on Dietetics
- Certified dietitian with the State of Washington
- At least one (1) year post internship work experience in clinical nutrition preferred
- Prior experience with eating disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders and other behavioral conditions preferred
Company overview
Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, operating as a Fortune 300 corporation headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1979, UHS has grown into a major healthcare enterprise with approximately 99,000 employees and annual revenues exceeding $14 billion. The company operates through its subsidiaries, managing 29 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, and 60 outpatient and other facilities across 39 U.S. states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. UHS provides comprehensive healthcare services including acute care, behavioral health treatment, cancer centers, and ambulatory surgical centers. The company's strategy focuses on building or acquiring high-quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets and investing in advanced medical equipment and skilled personnel to become the leading healthcare provider in each community it serves. UHS is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: UHS) and has established a strong reputation for delivering compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining financial stability and operational excellence.