Dietitian- Registered

Henry Ford Health • West Bloomfield, MI

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Registered Dietitian serves as a nutritional consultant and resource to the health care team, providing comprehensive nutritional care to patients, families, and associates. The role focuses on assessing nutritional needs, implementing care plans, and educating others on healthy dietary practices to promote wellness and improve patient outcomes through evidence-based nutritional interventions.

The position supports patients in a weight management and bariatric surgery program. The dietitian provides individualized care and education in coordination with the health care team. This is a hybrid role with a Monday–Friday schedule from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., occasional evenings, and no weekends.

Requirements

• For an active Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential obtained before January 1, 2024: bachelor's degree in dietetics or a related field, completion of an ACEND-accredited Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD), and completion of a supervised practice program (dietetic internship); credential must be active and issued by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).
• For initial CDR registration effective on or after January 1, 2024: master's degree, bachelor's degree in dietetics or a related field, completion of an ACEND-accredited Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD), and completion of a supervised practice program (dietetic internship).
• Ability to read, write, and speak English and use and understand medical terminology.
• Strong computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office products.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced Practice Certification.
• Experience in weight management, obesity medicine, and/or bariatric surgery.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive nutritional assessments and develop individualized care plans for patients in the weight management and bariatric surgery program.
• Provide nutritional counseling and education through individual visits and group classes for patients, families, and associates.
• Implement nutritional interventions and evaluate their effectiveness.
• Coordinate nutrition education programs and seminars for various audiences.
• Collaborate with the health care team to ensure integrated patient care.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time