Bariatric Dietitian Posted on September 22nd, 2023

Registered Dietitian

40 Hours/week | ASAP – December 29, 2023
300-bed acute care facility
Mileage considered, pending applicant location | Entry-level dietitians encouraged to apply
Weekdays only
Clinical duties only
Outpatient bariatric clinic

Check out this unique role in Merrillville, IN! Gain or sharpen your skills in nutrition counseling for a bariatric clinic. Comfort and interest in weight loss counseling is required for this position.

Key Duties

• Develops and implements an individualized plan for nutrition intervention based on nutrition assessment and evidence-based standards
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team in meetings and/or rounds
• Assess and provide recommendations for an adult population
• Utilize behavior modification strategies and techniques to optimize nutrition counseling
• Evaluate achievement of learning objectives and provide appropriate treatment plan in accordance with patient goals
• Utilize nutrition-related information systems and/or patient medical record systems to successfully document recommendations and progress
• Demonstrates accountability for the proper use of patients’ protected health information

Required Licenses/Certifications

• Current Registered Dietitian credentialed by CDR
• IN state dietitian license is required prior to starting position 

If you’re looking for better work-life balance, consider consulting. Our team of recruiters expertly match dietitians to opportunities that best suit their abilities and schedule. Dietitians On Demand is a dietitian-focused staffing company with a national footprint. We understand dietitians are essential members of the healthcare team, and we pay you accordingly. This is a contracted temporary position where you’ll work for Dietitians On Demand at one of our client sites.

Perks of being a Dietitians On Demand employee include:

• Premier pay rates and full benefits package
• Free continuing education
• Corporate liability insurance
• W2 employment status
• Work-life balance by choosing when and where you work
• Nutrition Care Manual access
• Opportunity to earn 401K and health insurance benefits based on employment duration

Candidates must successfully complete a thorough pre-hire screening process, including but not limited to: phone screen, background check, drug screen, reference and credential check, clinical competency assessment, and tuberculosis screening. Immunization titers and fingerprinting, as needed.

Interested? Apply online or contact Emily at [email protected]

If this position isn’t a good fit for you but may be for a colleague, refer them! You’ll qualify for a referral bonus: https://dietitiansondemand.com/referrals/ 

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