Dietitian-Outpatient Bariatric

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

Job Category: Food Services & Dietetics

Work Shift/Schedule: 8 Hr Morning - Afternoon

Northeast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities.

About the Role:

Registered Dietitian - Bariatric Services

Help Patients Transform Their Health Journey

Northeast Georgia Health System (NGHS) is seeking a compassionate and knowledgeable Registered Dietitian to join our Bariatric Services team. In this role, you'll partner with patients seeking medical weight loss, before and after metabolic and bariatric surgery, providing nutrition counseling, education, and ongoing support to help them achieve lasting health and wellness goals.

If you're passionate about empowering patients through lifestyle change and evidence-based nutrition care, we'd love to hear from you.

Position Summary

The Registered Dietitian provides clinical nutrition assessment, counseling, and education for adult and adolescent bariatric patients. This role supports patients throughout their weight loss journey by developing individualized nutrition plans, guiding post-surgical diet progression, recommending appropriate supplementation, and promoting long-term healthy lifestyle changes.

What You'll Do

• 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.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

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

Preferred Qualifications

• Interest or experience in bariatric, weight management, or metabolic care
• Membership in the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS) within one year of employment

Why Join NGHS?

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
• Retirement savings plan with employer contributions
• Paid time off and wellness programs
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
• Collaborative multidisciplinary team environment
• Opportunity to make a lasting impact on patients' lives and long-term health outcomes

Working at NGHS means being part of something special: a team invested in you as a person, an employee, and in helping you reach your goals.

NGHS: Opportunities start here.

Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.