Bariatric Dietitian (RD) – Part-Time

Henry-Ford-Health-2; Detroit (MI); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health is seeking a Registered Dietitian to join the Bariatric Surgery program in Detroit on a part-time basis (24 hours per week). The RD will provide comprehensive nutritional care before and after bariatric procedures, serving as a clinical consultant to the care team and patients.

Responsibilities include assessment, nutrition diagnosis, care plan implementation, counseling and education, outcome evaluation, and collaboration with the culinary and clinical teams to optimize

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Dietetics or related field
• Registered Dietitian or RD Nutritionist per AND/CDR
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

• Assess nutritional needs and collect relevant data.
• Determine nutrition diagnosis and plan individualized care.
• Implement nutrition interventions and provide counseling.
• Monitor outcomes and adjust care plans as needed.
• Educate patients and families on nutrition and diets.
• Collaborate with healthcare team and coordinate care.
• Supervise dietetic interns/students and mentor staff.
• Develop education programs on nutrition topics.

Skills

English proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Dietetics

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Henry Ford Health is seeking a Registered Dietitian to join the Bariatric Surgery program in Detroit on a part-time basis (24 hours per week). The RD will provide comprehensive nutritional care before and after bariatric procedures, serving as a clinical consultant to the care team and patients.

Responsibilities include assessment, nutrition diagnosis, care plan implementation, counseling and education, outcome evaluation, and collaboration with the culinary and clinical teams to optimize