Lead Registered Dietitian

UHS • Grand Rapids, MI

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Forest View Hospital, located just seven miles southeast of downtown Grand Rapids, Michigan, is a private 108 bed psychiatric facility that serves children, adolescents and adults. We are licensed by the State of Michigan, fully accredited by The Joint Commission and we bring more than 45 years of experience to the evaluation, diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of behavioral health problems. As a part of our continued success and growth, we are seeking qualified applicants for a Lead RD role!

Requirements

• Registered Dietitian (or within six (6) months of registration with B.S degree in Dietetics/Nutrition or equivalent education is required.
• Two or more years working experience as a Clinical Dietitian plus experience with eating disorder individuals desirable.
• Must possess the ability to make independent, responsible decisions and work independently.
• The ability to communicate, both oral and written, in a clear and concise manner with patients, staff, public, and physicians is required.

Nice To Haves

• experience with eating disorder individuals desirable.

Responsibilities

• Completes multiple assessments on referred patients.
• Makes patient nutrition recommendations for nursing staff to implement.
• Communicates daily with treatment team (Nursing, MHW, Supervisor, etc.).
• Communicates regularly with eating disorder treatment team (Psychiatrist, Case Manager, Activities, etc.).
• Provides nutritional strategies for patients.
• Conducts ongoing Eating Disorder groups and support groups.

Benefits

• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) of 6.46 hours biweekly accrued
• Basic Life Insurance of 1x your salary
• Short-Term Disability (STD) and Long-Term Disability (LTD)
• Student Loan Reimbursement Program (Up to $200 per month)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Loan Forgiveness Program
• Pet Insurance and much more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level