Outpatient Bariatric Dietitian – Nutrition & Weight Management

20 Northeast Georgia Medical Center, Inc.; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Northeast Georgia Health System is seeking a Registered Dietitian for Bariatric Services to guide patients through medical weight loss and post-surgical nutrition, education, and ongoing support. You will assess, plan, and tailor nutrition programs to individual bariatric patients during their weight‑loss journey.

The role emphasizes evidence‑based nutrition care, collaboration with surgeons and nurses, and contributing to program initiatives to improve long‑term health outcomes in both adult

Qualifications

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

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

Clinical dietitian experience

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Dietetics

RD/RDN credential

Licensed Dietitian in GA

BLS certification

Job description

Northeast Georgia Health System is seeking a Registered Dietitian for Bariatric Services to guide patients through medical weight loss and post-surgical nutrition, education, and ongoing support. You will assess, plan, and tailor nutrition programs to individual bariatric patients during their weight‑loss journey.

The role emphasizes evidence‑based nutrition care, collaboration with surgeons and nurses, and contributing to program initiatives to improve long‑term health outcomes in both adult