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About this Job: Job Summary: MedStar Health is currently seeking a Population Health Dietitian to join its Food RX program at MedStar Good Samaritan Hospital. This position also requires 2-3 days working at the Franciscan Center, offsite community partner. In this position, you will be joining the Food Rx Program, a national award-winning regionally based program in Baltimore, MD that helps reach individuals in the community with chronic diseases and food insecurity. This program provides produce prescriptions and medically tailored groceries designed to help people with diabetes and other chronic diseases to live healthier lifestyles. This position will provide nutrition counseling, diabetes education, weight management strategies, and meal planning. Food Rx participants have been shown to have reduced hemoglobin A1C levels, less ED visits, and improved glucose control. If you are a motivated and compassionate Dietitian, join one of the largest healthcare systems in the...

About this Job: General Summary of Position Works in partnership with local communities to design implement and evaluate health promotion prevention and education programs. Requires Registered Dietitian licensure and bachelor's degree in nutrition/dietetics or other relevant degree and certification/licensure. Primary Duties and Responsibilities 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.Facilitate/teach (CDE) Diabetes Education and Self-Management Courses.Provide individual or group counseling within licensed scope of practice.Coordinate/facilitates bi-annual Diabetes Fairs.With hospital Case Management services establishes transition plans for patients who are being discharged from the hospital.Participates and demonstrates competency in Electronic Medical Record (EMR) initiatives.Demonstrates...