Dietitian - Registered

Henry Ford Health; Jackson (MI); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $10,000

Optional 4-day work week

Flexible work hours

New pay scale

Job summary

Henry Ford Health in Michigan seeks a Registered Dietitian to provide comprehensive nutritional care for medical and surgical patients, including assessments, diagnoses, care plans, counseling, and education.

The role supports enteral/parenteral nutrition management, collaborates with medical teams, and may offer a 4-day work week, flexible hours, and a $10,000 sign-on bonus under a new pay scale.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Dietetics with DPD & supervised practice if RD credential before 2024.
• Master's in Dietetics with DPD & supervised practice if initial CDR registration on/after 2024.
• Advanced Practice Certification preferred.
• Minimum one year of clinical RD experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct nutrition assessments and create personalized diagnoses and care plans.
• Provide counseling and education to patients and families.
• Lead nutrition education programs and seminars.
• Manage enteral and parenteral nutrition and collaborate with medical teams.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Microsoft Office

Collaborative care

Reading/writing English

Arithmetic calculations

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Dietetics

Master's Degree in Dietetics

Advanced Practice Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

EMR/EHR systems

Job description

**GENERAL SUMMARY:**

Ready to make a real difference in people's lives? As our Registered Dietitian, you'll be the nutritional powerhouse on our health care team! You'll partner with patients, families, and colleagues to deliver comprehensive nutritional care—from conducting thorough assessments and crafting personalized nutrition diagnoses to implementing dynamic care plans, providing engaging counseling and education, and celebrating positive health outcomes. Plus, you'll get to design and lead exciting education programs and seminars that inspire others to embrace better nutrition. If you're passionate about fueling wellness and love collaborating with a dedicated health care team, this is your chance to shine!

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.

**EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:**

• Bachelor's Degree in Dietetics or related field with completion of an ACEND-accredited Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) and supervised practice program (dietetic internship) required if Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential was obtained prior to January 1, 2024, and credential is active and issued by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).
• Master's Degree required with Bachelor's in Dietetics or related field with completion of an ACEND-accredited Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) and supervised practice program (dietetic internship) if initial registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) is effective on or after January 1, 2024.
• Advanced Practice Certification preferred.
• Demonstrated proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English; comprehensive understanding and application of medical terminology.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions; competency in performing arithmetic calculations.
• Advanced computer skills and proficient working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Demonstrated excellence in interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with medical, nursing, and other healthcare professionals, patients, and their families.
• Minimum one year of clinical experience as a Registered Dietitian in a healthcare setting preferred.

$10,000 Sign-on Bonus Included

**CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED**:

• Current Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential issued by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND).

Additional Information

• $10,000 Sign on Bonus
• Supervision received from the Clinical Dietitian Supervisor
• Responsibilities include comprehensive care for a wide variety of medical and surgical patients, and enteral and parenteral nutrition management.
• Optional 4-day work week
• Flexible work hours
• New pay scale