Bariatric Nutrition Specialist - Patient-Centered Care

Henry-Ford-Health-2; Madison Heights (MI); Presencial; USD 65.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Henry Ford Health is seeking a Bariatric Nutrition Specialist to provide comprehensive medical nutrition therapy for bariatric patients, conducting assessments and optimizing outcomes through evidence-based interventions.

You will collaborate with physicians, nursing, and ancillary services to ensure coordinated care, monitor treatment effectiveness, and educate the community on nutrition topics through talks, media, and publications.

Formación

• Certification/licences required: Dietitian/Nutritionist credential
• Bariatric nutrition experience preferred
• Advanced Life Support preferred (BLS/ACLS)

Responsabilidades

• Conduct comprehensive bariatric nutrition assessments and develop individualized nutrition care plans.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and ancillary services for coordinated, patient-centered care.
• Monitor tolerance and effectiveness of nutrition regimens; adjust therapy as needed.
• Educate the community on nutrition topics through public speaking engagements, media releases, publications, and other channels.
• Identify and resolve nutrition care-related issues through proactive QA and improvement initiatives.
• Oversee meal monitoring activities, including intake documentation, diet compliance verification, and tray audits.

Conocimientos

Dietitian/Nutritionist credentialed

Advanced Life Support

Diabetes management education

Educación

High School diploma with 2 years experience

Associate's or technical degree

4 years of relevant experience

Descripción del empleo

Henry Ford Health is seeking a Bariatric Nutrition Specialist to provide comprehensive medical nutrition therapy for bariatric patients, conducting assessments and optimizing outcomes through evidence-based interventions.

You will collaborate with physicians, nursing, and ancillary services to ensure coordinated care, monitor treatment effectiveness, and educate the community on nutrition topics through talks, media, and publications.