Registered Dietitian-Bariatric (100% Remote)

RD Nutrition Consultants; Iowa City (IA); Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An innovative health care provider is seeking a part-time Bariatric Registered Dietitian to deliver exceptional nutrition therapy to bariatric patients in a fully remote setting. This role involves developing comprehensive nutritional programs, conducting pre-surgical evaluations, and providing ongoing dietary support. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree in Food and Nutrition and have a passion for improving patient outcomes through effective nutrition strategies. Join a forward-thinking team committed to making a significant impact on patients' lives through personalized care and nutritional excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Food and Nutrition is required; Master's preferred.
• 1-2 years clinical experience with patients preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical nutrition therapy for bariatric surgery patients.
• Develop and evaluate nutritional services programs.

Skills

Knowledge of The Joint Commission requirements

Knowledge of current Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Nutrition Care Process

Skill in planning

Skill in delegation

Skill in time-management

Skill in problem-solving

Skill in performing nutritional calculations

Knowledge of medical terminology

Skill in Microsoft Office

Strong verbal communication skills

Excellent customer service skills

Ability to interpret lab results

Ability to read, write, and comprehend various written reports

Education

Bachelors Degree in Food and Nutrition

Master's degree in dietetics

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Registered Dietitian-Bariatric (100% Remote)

RD Nutrition Consultants is seeking a part-time Bariatric Registered Dietitian (100% Remote)

Bariatric experience preferred

Compensation: $30.00-$38.00/hr
100% remote
Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm
Assignment Length: 12 weeks

Purpose of Job

The Clinical Dietitian provides medical nutrition therapy in compliance with current Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND), Standards of Practice (SOP), and Standards of Professional Performance (SOPP). Develops, implements, maintains and evaluates a comprehensive nutritional services program for bariatric surgery patients. This includes but is not limited to pre-surgical insurance evaluations, assisting with weight management visits in preparation for surgery, postoperative dietary follow-ups and/or weight regain visits and aiding with the interdisciplinary approach of discussing surgical readiness of patients with team members.

Job Requirements

Education

• Bachelors Degree in Food and Nutrition, Dietetics, Human Nutrition or equivalency required.
• Master's degree in dietetics preferred.

Experience

• 1 - 2 years previous clinical experience with patients throughout the aging continuum preferred.
• Experience in health promotion and program development preferred.
• Experience with and advocate of carbohydrate restriction for the pre-op and postoperative Bariatric patient.

License/Certifications

• Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) required.
• Iowa State License preferred.

Skills

• Knowledge of The Joint Commission requirements.
• Knowledge of current Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Nutrition Care Process.
• Skill in planning, delegation, time-management, and problem-solving.
• Skill in performing nutritional calculations based on body weight, age, lab values, and clinical status.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Skill in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook applications.
• Skill in electronic medical record documentation.
• Strong verbal communication skills for positive interaction with staff and patients.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to interpret lab results as related to nutritional status of patients.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend various written reports and documents.
• Requires the ability to provide transportation to other campus and/or work-related locations within a reasonable timeframe.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Part-time

Job function

Health Care Provider

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care