Dietitian
Company: STI
Location: Chattanooga
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Under general supervision, is responsible for professional
dietetics works. Plans therapeutic diets and menus for a State
facility and administers medical nutrition therapy to prevent and
treat diseases and health conditions. Serves as a consultant to
medical and nursing staff. Assesses/analyzes data from medical
records (e.g., medical diagnoses, medical/nutrition history, food
intake records, anthropometric data, laboratory results), and other
relevant documentation to make recommendations for maintaining or
improving nutritional status. Assesses nutritional needs, dietary
regimens, and current medical treatment to develop and implement
nutrition care plans and provide nutritional counseling. Calculates
weight range, body mass index (BMI) and nutritional needs (e.g.,
daily caloric intake, proteins, fluids, and other needed nutrients)
as necessary to establish nutrition care plans. Checks the caloric
and nutrient content (e.g., protein, vitamins, and minerals) of
foods on individual menus and/or facility menus to determine
adjustments needed to meet clients' therapeutic needs.
Keywords: STI, Roswell , Dietitian, Healthcare , Chattanooga, Georgia