Dietitian- Registered

Henry Ford Health•West Bloomfield, MI

14d•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 supports wellness and improved patient outcomes through evidence-based nutritional interventions, including assessing nutritional needs, implementing care plans, and providing education. The position focuses on patients in a weight management and bariatric surgery program and involves collaboration with healthcare professionals across the Henry Ford Medical Group.

Requirements

For an RD/RDN credential obtained before January 1, 2024, hold a bachelor's degree in Dietetics or a related field, complete an ACEND-accredited Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) and supervised practice program (dietetic internship), and maintain an active credential issued by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).
For initial CDR registration effective on or after January 1, 2024, hold a master's degree, a bachelor's degree in Dietetics or a related field, and have completed an ACEND-accredited DPD and 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 one-on-one counseling and group education to patients, families, and associates on nutrition topics.
Implement nutritional interventions and evaluate their effectiveness.
Coordinate nutrition education programs and seminars for various audiences.
Collaborate with the health care team to support integrated patient care.