Dietitian - Per Diem

Trinity Health MI; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a part-time Clinical Dietitian. The role involves assessing patients' nutritional needs, providing individualized nutrition plans, leading classes, and mentoring dietetic interns. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Dietetics and be Registered Dietitian eligible. Competitive salary between $60,000 - $65,000 annually based on experience.

Qualifications

• Must be Registered Dietitian eligible and able to pass RD exam within a year.
• Experience in hospital or outpatient setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assesses patients' nutritional status and plans appropriate care.
• Provides nutrition classes for heart health and diabetes.
• Educates dietetic interns and maintains up-to-date knowledge.

Skills

Nutritional assessment

Nutrition counseling

Patient education

Curriculum development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Dietetics

Dietetic internship completion

Job description

Position Summary

Assesses patient’s nutritional status and plan; implements and/or recommends the appropriate nutritional care for the patient. Provides individual and group nutrition counseling to in/outpatients for diabetes and other diagnoses. Acts as a nutrition information resource for physicians, nursing, other hospital personnel, the media, and the community.

Employment Type

Part time

Shift

Day Shift

What the Clinical Dietitian will need

• Bachelors degree in Dietetics with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics approved experience
• Proof of completed Dietetic internship with inpatient and outpatient setting
• Dietetic Registration Eligible. Must be able to pass RD examination within one year of date of hire.
• Experience as Registered Dietitian in hospital or outpatient setting for one year preferred

What the Clinical Dietitian will do

• Provides patients and their families detailed individualized nutrition plans for treatment/management of their illness/disease based on completed nutritional assessment. Provides nutritional treatment/management plan to the ordering physician as well as patients’ readiness to change and level of knowledge.
• Provides nutrition classes in group settings, heart healthy, diabetes classes and clinic as well as other identified programs.
• Implements the individualized medical nutrition therapy and education based on assessment and plan, including patient goals and follow-up to assess ability to successfully complete goals. Follows clinical care policies. Educates with age appropriate information in a format that accommodates learning style, literacy and cultural factors. Makes appropriate adjustments to diet orders as defined by the clinical policies and procedures and in accordance with the hospital bylaws.
• Develops, revises and maintains current education materials for patients, families, medical professionals as well as group and community organizations.
• Educates dietetic interns to meet the AND competency standards. Develops educational objectives and learning activities.
• Maintains comprehensive curriculum and serves as an effective preceptor. Completes intern evaluations. (This function may not be performed in all areas.)
• Participates in continuing education opportunities. Strives to maintain and increase general MNT knowledge base and specialized area of practice. Maintains the AND Professional Development Portfolio.
• Maintains a current and thorough knowledge of principles, trends and latest research in dietetics and provides nutrition education using various means to medical personnel and the community.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Salary

Grand Rapids, MI $60,000 - $65,000