Bariatric Dietitian — Surgical Nutrition Leader

Trinity Health Of New England; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 57,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

Retirement with employer match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Life and AD&D insurance

Well-being program

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Trinity Health Of New England seeks a dedicated Dietitian to provide nutrition care in a Surgical Bariatrics specialty setting. You’ll assess patients, design care plans, monitor outcomes, and educate patients and staff to maximize care quality.

Responsibilities include developing patient-specific plans, communicating with physicians and Diet Technicians, and ensuring accurate EMR documentation while collaborating with the care team. Strong clinical background and licensure required.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in nutrition/dietetics or equivalent (CDR).
• CDR registration and state licensure as a licensed dietitian/nutritionist.
• One year of dietitian experience in healthcare preferred.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Allergen awareness and Serv Safe training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements patient-specific nutritional care plans per guidelines.
• Provides MNT information to physicians and guides Diet Technicians.
• Educates patients on food/drug interactions when appropriate.
• Documents assessments, care plans, interventions, and goals in the EMR.
• Confers with physicians and team to clarify orders and share information.

Skills

Analytical abilities

Verbal communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Education

Master’s degree in nutrition or dietetics

Bachelor’s degree (grandfathered)

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Trinity Health Of New England seeks a dedicated Dietitian to provide nutrition care in a Surgical Bariatrics specialty setting. You’ll assess patients, design care plans, monitor outcomes, and educate patients and staff to maximize care quality.

Responsibilities include developing patient-specific plans, communicating with physicians and Diet Technicians, and ensuring accurate EMR documentation while collaborating with the care team. Strong clinical background and licensure required.