Dietitian / Wellness Consultant

OhioHealth; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 15,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

OhioHealth is seeking a part-time Dietitian to assess nutrition needs and develop personalized plans for patients, employees, and the community. You will educate and counsel individuals and groups to promote healthy eating and weight management.

The role emphasizes behavioral change, program development, and collaboration with medical staff at the Blom Administrative Campus (BAC). Day shifts and 20 hours per week are available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Dietetics is required.
• OBDL licensure is required.
• RD - Registered Dietitian with CDR is required.
• Minimum of 1 year in individual nutrition counseling and in leading group classes and related practices is required.
• Knowledge of behavioral science and self-management is required.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements nutrition programs based on identified needs from medical records, patient interviews, and staff discussions.
• Remains current on research and incorporates new methods into programs and services.
• Acts as a nutrition resource to programs and services.

Skills

Nutrition counseling

Dietetics knowledge

Behavioral change

Group classes

Word processing

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Dietetics

Ohio Board of Dietetics Licensure (OBDL)

RD - Registered Dietitian (CDR)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Basic computer skills

Job description

We are more than a health system. We are a belief system. We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide. We work hard, care deeply and reach further to help people uncover their own power to be healthy. We inspire hope. We learn, grow, and achieve more – in our careers and in our communities.

Job Description Summary:

This is a part-time (20 hours/week), day shift position with Employer Services at the Blom Administrative Campus (BAC)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE

• Bachelor's Degree, Field of Study: Dietetics (Required)
• OBDL - Ohio Board of Dietetics Licensure (Required)
• RD - Registered Dietician with Commission on Dietetic Registration (Required)
• Years of experience: A minimum of one year in individual nutrition counseling and instruction; Experience leading group classes and practices related to exercise, nutrition, smoking and stress management. (Required)
• Knowledge of behavioral science and principles of behavioral change and self-management is required.
• Nutrition for weight, lipid, blood pressure and diabetes management.
• Able to calculate equations to determine calorie intake, protein needs, body mass index, etc. on selected individuals.
• Word processing and basic computer skills.

JOB SUMMARY

Assesses and identifies the risks, needs and problems related to healthy eating and nutrition; develops plans to meet those needs. Works primarily with patients, employees/employers, and community. Facilitates behavioral change to prevent disease or restore health, for individuals and groups, through education and counseling, skill development, promoting attitudes conducive to weight management, and eating a healthy diet.

Responsibilities And Duties:

60%

Develops and implements programs and/or program recommendations based on the identified individuals needs found through medical records, patient interview/observation, and discussion with medical staff. Remains current on research developments and other methods of practice and incorporates this into current programs and services. Acts as a nutrition resource to programs and services.

20%

Facilitates prevention of disease and risk factor modification by providing information, promoting skill development and promoting attitudes to support positive change and maintenance. Provides individual nutrition counseling to individuals about abnormal nutrition.

10%

Conducts individual consultation, screening sessions with individuals; assesses and analysis diet and data related to prevention and risk modification; assists the individual in identifying needs and goals; and assists them with developing a plan accordingly. Promotes self-monitoring and evaluates treatment plan and the individuals outcomes.

10%

Participates in patient case management when needed as well as interdepartmental meetings. Maintains current knowledge of clinical/community dietetics by reading professional literature, attending educational programs, and maintaining knowledge of Grant/Riverside policies.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree (Required)OBDL - Ohio Board of Dietetics Licensure - Ohio Dietetics Board, RD - Registered Dietician - Commission on Dietetic Registration

Additional Job Description:

Work Shift:

Day

Scheduled Weekly Hours :

20

Department

Corporate Fitness

Join us!

... if your passion is to work in a caring environment

... if you believe that learning is a life-long process

... if you strive for excellence and want to be among the best in the healthcare industry

Equal Employment Opportunity

OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment