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Clinical Dietitian CPT roles place F-1 students in supervised patient-care settings where your nutrition coursework becomes billable clinical practice. Your DSO must authorize each position as an integral curriculum component, and your I-20 must reflect the employer and start date before your first shift.
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Get Access To All JobsDescription: Assures continuity of care through effective decision making resulting in quality patient care. Regularly conducts physical assessment on patients. Annually reviews and updates protocols/patient care guidelines for area of specialization. Completes annual literature review related to patient care population. Coordinates with FNS and members of the multidisciplinary team to provide efficient, quality patient care. Participates in Quality Improvement activities on clinical units to improve patient satisfaction scores. Revises and updates patient education materials. Educates FNS Staff by conducting one or more education activities per year. Serves on FNS committee and/or EHC committees. Participates in performance evaluation of co-workers. Completion of preceptor training required. Precepts and evaluates interns independently. Develops and/or revises internship curriculum. Provides guidance and training to staff and dietetic interns on completing physical assessment. Develops and presents nutrition information in area of expertise to dietetic interns from Georgia State and Emory programs during skills development period per internship coordinator. Serves as preceptor for internship seminars and/or intern case studies. Participates in revision and update of clinical policy/protocols. Identifies work process improvement opportunities and propose solutions. Contributes to the functioning of work group. Develops presentation and/or education materials for staff, hospital and/or community related function or health fair. May participate in a nutrition related professional organization.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in Food and Nutrition or Dietetics. One or more years experience in acute care setting as a clinical dietitian. Registered with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Licensed as a Dietitian in the State of Georgia. Must maintain competency in adult and geriatric nutrition. Competent in basic computer skills, including diet management software.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium): 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure, Bio-hazardous waste, Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors, Communicable diseases, Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.
Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at careers@emoryhealthcare.org. Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.
Description: Assures continuity of care through effective decision making resulting in quality patient care. Regularly conducts physical assessment on patients. Annually reviews and updates protocols/patient care guidelines for area of specialization. Completes annual literature review related to patient care population. Coordinates with FNS and members of the multidisciplinary team to provide efficient, quality patient care. Participates in Quality Improvement activities on clinical units to improve patient satisfaction scores. Revises and updates patient education materials. Educates FNS Staff by conducting one or more education activities per year. Serves on FNS committee and/or EHC committees. Participates in performance evaluation of co-workers. Completion of preceptor training required. Precepts and evaluates interns independently. Develops and/or revises internship curriculum. Provides guidance and training to staff and dietetic interns on completing physical assessment. Develops and presents nutrition information in area of expertise to dietetic interns from Georgia State and Emory programs during skills development period per internship coordinator. Serves as preceptor for internship seminars and/or intern case studies. Participates in revision and update of clinical policy/protocols. Identifies work process improvement opportunities and propose solutions. Contributes to the functioning of work group. Develops presentation and/or education materials for staff, hospital and/or community related function or health fair. May participate in a nutrition related professional organization.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in Food and Nutrition or Dietetics. One or more years experience in acute care setting as a clinical dietitian. Registered with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Licensed as a Dietitian in the State of Georgia. Must maintain competency in adult and geriatric nutrition. Competent in basic computer skills, including diet management software.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium): 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure, Bio-hazardous waste, Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors, Communicable diseases, Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.
Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at careers@emoryhealthcare.org. Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.
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Get Access To All JobsClinical Dietitian CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a clinical dietitian role qualify for CPT authorization?
Yes, if your program of study is in dietetics, nutrition, or a closely related field and the position provides training that your school treats as an integral part of the curriculum. Your DSO makes the final determination. Roles involving direct patient nutritional assessment, medical nutrition therapy, or supervised clinical counseling typically satisfy this requirement, but a general food service or meal planning role may not.
Can I do CPT at a hospital that hasn't hired F-1 students before?
You can, but the employer needs to understand that your work authorization depends on an updated I-20, not just an offer letter. Walk HR through the CPT process before signing anything. The employer doesn't file anything with USCIS for CPT, so the main hurdle is internal HR comfort with the documentation. Hospitals affiliated with dietetic internship programs are the easiest starting point.
How does CPT affect my OPT eligibility after graduation?
If you accumulate 12 months or more of full-time CPT before graduating, you lose OPT eligibility entirely. Part-time CPT, defined as 20 hours per week or fewer, doesn't count toward that limit. Many clinical dietitian CPT placements are full-time due to hospital scheduling requirements, so track your cumulative full-time CPT hours carefully across all authorized positions.
Where can I find clinical dietitian employers who are comfortable with CPT?
Migrate Mate lets you filter for employers with a track record of hiring international students and visa holders, which is a reliable proxy for CPT familiarity. Healthcare systems, VA facilities, and academic medical centers tend to have established processes for work authorization paperwork. Outpatient clinics within university health systems are another strong category because they're already accustomed to student clinical placements.
What does my employer need to provide for my CPT I-20 update?
Your DSO typically requires a formal offer letter on company letterhead that states the employer name, your job title, the work location address, your start and end dates, and whether the role is full-time or part-time. Some schools also require a brief description of how the duties connect to your coursework. Confirm your school's exact checklist before approaching an employer, so you can request the right documentation upfront.