Dietitian-Bariatric Program

Henry Ford Health; Saint Clair Shores (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health in Detroit, MI is seeking a Bariatric Dietitian/Nutritionist to provide specialized medical nutrition therapy for bariatric surgery patients and evaluate treatment effectiveness throughout their weight loss journey.

You will develop individualized bariatric nutrition plans, counsel patients on dietary changes, monitor outcomes, and collaborate with bariatric surgeons, nursing, behavioral health, and ancillary services to ensure comprehensive, coordinated care.

Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist credential required before hire.
• Advanced Life Support preferred; BLS certification preferred.
• Diabetes management education experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Pre- and post-operative nutritional assessments for bariatric patients.
• Develops individualized bariatric nutrition plans for various procedures.
• Counsels patients on dietary changes, portion control, and hydration.
• Monitors tolerance and effectiveness of regimens; adjust as needed.
• Collaborates with bariatric surgeons, nurses, and other teams.
• Educates patients and families on post-operative nutrition and supplementation.
• Contributes to community bariatric nutrition education and outreach.
• Stays current with evidence-based bariatric nutrition practices.
• Assists in meal planning and food service sanitation for bariatric patients.

Skills

Nutritional counseling

Bariatric nutrition

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Public speaking / community education

Education

Dietitian/Nutritionist credentialed from the Commission on Dietetic Registration

Advanced Life Support preferred; BLS provided preferred

Diabetes management education experience preferred

Job description

Company Description

At Henry Ford Health, we're committed to advancing health and improving lives for the millions of people we serve across Michigan and around the world. As one of the nation's leading academic health systems, we provide a comprehensive continuum of care that includes primary and preventive services, specialty and complex care, virtual care, pharmacy, home health, eye care, health insurance, and more. With 12 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations, including former Ascension Southeast Michigan and Flint Region facilities, our growing network expands access to exceptional care in the communities we serve.

Company Description

At Henry Ford Health, we're committed to advancing health and improving lives for the millions of people we serve across Michigan and around the world. As one of the nation's leading academic health systems, we provide a comprehensive continuum of care that includes primary and preventive services, specialty and complex care, virtual care, pharmacy, home health, eye care, health insurance, and more. With 12 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations, including former Ascension Southeast Michigan and Flint Region facilities, our growing network expands access to exceptional care in the communities we serve. Headquartered in Detroit, Henry Ford Health is helping shape the future of healthcare through the transformative Future of Health: Detroit initiative, a $3 billion investment that is redefining our academic healthcare campus and advancing innovation, research, education, and community impact. Our work is grounded in purpose, collaboration, and belonging. We empower team members to grow their careers, contribute innovative ideas, and make a meaningful difference every day. Whether you're caring for patients, supporting operations, conducting research, or driving new solutions, you'll be part of a team united by a shared mission: delivering exceptional care, advancing health outcomes, and building healthier communities for all.

Job Description

Provides specialized medical nutrition therapy for bariatric surgery patients and evaluates effectiveness of treatments throughout their weight loss journey.

Responsibilities

• Conducts comprehensive pre- and post-operative nutritional assessments for bariatric patients, evaluating readiness for surgery and identifying nutritional deficiencies or complications.
• Develops and implements individualized bariatric nutrition plans tailored to specific surgical procedures (gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, lap-band, etc.), emphasizing adequate protein intake, micronutrient supplementation, and hydration protocols.
• Provides specialized counseling to bariatric patients on dietary modifications, portion control, eating behaviors, and lifestyle changes necessary for successful long-term weight management and metabolic health.
• Monitors tolerance and effectiveness of bariatric nutritional regimens, identifies complications such as dumping syndrome, malabsorption, or nutrient deficiencies, and recommends therapy adjustments as necessary.
• Collaborates with bariatric surgeons, nursing staff, behavioral health specialists, and ancillary services to ensure comprehensive, coordinated care for bariatric patients.
• Educates bariatric patients and their families on post-operative nutrition requirements, supplement protocols, food reintroduction phases, and strategies for preventing weight regain.
• Provides community nutrition education specific to bariatric health through public speaking, support groups, news releases, and other publications.
• Researches and takes initiatives to resolve bariatric nutrition care-related complaints and problems, staying current with evidence-based bariatric nutrition practices.
• Assists in monitoring meal planning and food service compliance for bariatric patients, maintaining sanitation standards in food preparation areas through planned and unannounced inspections.

Qualifications

CERTIFICATION/LICENCES REQUIRED:

• Dietitian/Nutritionist credentialed from the Commission on Dietetic Registration obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted - BLS Provider preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Educator specializing in Diabetes Management preferred.

Education/Experience Required

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
• Bariatric experience preferred