Dietitian (Advanced Level Practice)

The Long Beach VA Health Care System is recruiting for (1) Advanced Practice Dietitian within the Nutrition and Food Service at the Tibor Rubin VA Medical Center. The incumbent oversees the medical nutrition therapy of the most complex and/or high-risk patients and works closely with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to ensure that Veterans' nutritional needs are being met, including when an alternative form of nutrition management is necessary.

Duties may include but are not limited to: Provides consultant services regarding nutrition support, nutritional products, polices, procedures, research and on complex Veteran care problems to VHA staff including physicians, interns, residents, dietitians, pharmacist, nurses, discharger planners, and others within. Conducts a comprehensive nutrition assessment using the Nutrition Care Process Model (NCPM) including nutrition focused physical exam (NFPE). Coordinates the education of medical staff, students, Veterans and families on the medical nutrition therapy inpatient and outpatient plan. Serves as an education resource, instructing physicians, nurses, dietitians, pharmacists, interns and residents with VALBHCS on the current research and practice regarding nutrition support issues. Instruction may involve specialty aspects of nutrition such as critical care, drug/nutrient interactions of short bowel rehabilitation, inborn errors of metabolism, meal management or nutrition management of Veterans. Maintains productivity standards and practices, effective time management, and prioritizing of tasks. Maintain accurate record keeping of daily clinical activities, including information for scheduling, coding and billing. Supports Performance Improvement activities by participating in the development of nutritional care indicators, evaluation criteria, collecting continuous quality improvement data, monitoring outcomes and initiating corrective actions. Serves as the nutrition expert on interdisciplinary treatment team which includes physicians, nurses, pharmacists, social workers, and other allied health professionals. Advises interdisciplinary health care team of nutritional recommendations, goals, and efficacy of nutrition therapy. Discusses pertinent findings and interprets nutritional information which will assist the team in developing comprehensive patient treatment plans. Maintains dietetic registration and continuing education requirements. Develops and implements an individualized plan for professional growth and development including participation in professional organizations and activities, workshops, seminars, and staff development programs. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday. 8:00am-4:30pm, including weekend and holiday rotation, per agency needs. Telework: Ad-hoc Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 000000 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1 or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.