Bariatric Dietitian: Weight-Loss & Post-Op Nutrition

nghs; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Tuition reimbursement and professional

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative multidisciplinary team

Job summary

Northeast Georgia Health System (NGHS) is seeking a Registered Dietitian to join our Bariatric Services team. You will provide nutrition counseling, education, and ongoing support to patients pursuing medical weight loss and post-surgical nutrition plans.

The role includes individualized assessments, post-operative diet progression guidance, and collaboration with surgeons and the care team to promote long-term healthy lifestyle changes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Dietetics or related field is required.
• RD/RDN credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration is required.
• Licensed Dietitian in the State of Georgia is required.
• BLS certification is required.
• Minimum one year of clinical dietitian experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized nutrition assessments and medical nutrition therapy.
• Educate patients and families on pre- and post-bariatric surgery nutrition guidelines.
• Guide patients through post-operative diet progression and lifestyle modifications.
• Recommend vitamin and protein supplementation based on ASMBS guidelines.
• Collaborate with surgeons, advanced practice providers, nurses, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Participate in cooking classes, bariatric support groups, community education, and program initiatives.
• Utilize evidence-based practice to support optimal patient outcomes.
• Maintain accurate documentation and patient education records.

Skills

Nutrition assessment

Medical nutrition therapy

Nutrition counseling

Education and patient education

Education

Bachelor's degree in Dietetics or related field

Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential

Licensed Dietitian in Georgia

BLS certification

Job description

Northeast Georgia Health System (NGHS) is seeking a Registered Dietitian to join our Bariatric Services team. You will provide nutrition counseling, education, and ongoing support to patients pursuing medical weight loss and post-surgical nutrition plans.

The role includes individualized assessments, post-operative diet progression guidance, and collaboration with surgeons and the care team to promote long-term healthy lifestyle changes.