Registered Dietitian RD

Universal Health Services; Byron Township (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Registered Dietitian to join their innovative team. This role involves approving menus, conducting nutritional assessments, and counseling patients on dietary plans. With a focus on individualized care, you will play a crucial part in enhancing patient comfort and safety. The facility is set to open in Spring 2025, offering a state-of-the-art environment for both staff and patients. If you are passionate about nutrition and patient care, this opportunity is perfect for you to make a significant impact in a growing healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian required with two years of clinical experience preferred.
• Ability to make independent decisions and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Approve menus and provide nutritional assessments for patients.
• Counsel patients and families on dietary plans and food selections.

Skills

Nutritional Assessment

Menu Planning

Patient Counseling

Clinical Dietetics

Education

Registered Dietitian

Job description

Responsibilities

Southridge Behavioral Hospital is a beautiful and new state-of-the-art facility. As a joint venture with the Trinity Health System and Universal Health Services, we will serve up to 96 adult and geriatric patients across four units when we open in Spring of 2025.

We believe that caring, dedicated and valued staff provide exceptional patient care. We are seeking high caliber applicants that will provide innovative and evidence-based care focused on our patient's individual needs, comfort and safety. Thank you for considering our Registered Dietitian RD position as we look forward to this exciting opening!

More information about Southridge can be found online, including a live construction camera at: https://southridgebh.com/

Position Description:

The Dietitian approves menus including modified diets from the hospital, provides nutritional assessments for patients as needed, and counsels patients and their families on dietary plans, food selections, preparation and nutritional principles. Monitors the performance improvement plans of the Dietary Services department and provides input in the development and implementation of patient care plans in relation to nutritional needs.

Hours and Location:

One Inpatient Group a week, Menu oversight and Dietary Consults as needed.

We are located on the south side of Grand Rapids, near the intersection of M-6 and Byron Center Ave SW: 6291 Venture Hills Boulevard SW, Byron Center, MI 49315

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

Registered Dietitian Required.

Two or more years working experience as a Clinical Dietitian preferred.
Must possess the ability to make independent, responsible decisions and work independently.

If you would like to learn more before applying, please call or text Valerie at 616-500-4581 or email at [e-mail]

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 300 corporation, annual revenues were $15.8 billion in 2024. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World's Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America's Largest Public Companies.

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 99,000 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com

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