Registered Dietitian- Bariatrics Part-time

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation • Downers Grove, IL

9d • Hybrid

About The Position

This part-time Registered Dietitian position in the Bariatric Program at AMG Downers Grove Finley Rd focuses on providing nutritional services to Advocate Health Center patients. The role involves developing nutrition care plans, providing individual and group dietary counseling, and collaborating with physicians and healthcare team members. The dietitian will also serve as a nutritional expert and liaison, developing educational materials, providing in-service training, and guiding student interns. Professional development is key, requiring maintenance of licensure and registration, and staying current with standards of care.

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Clinical Nutrition.
• One year clinical nutrition experience required.
• Must be able to respond to the age appropriate psychological and physical needs of patients.
• Understands growth and development needs of the age group with which the associate interacts.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Accurate with follow through.
• ADA registration.
• Illinois license as a licensed dietitian required.
• CPR certification within 60 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Frequent travel to various centers.
• Ability to work varying shifts to meet center needs.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance.

Responsibilities

• Develops nutrition care plan per ADA guidelines and/or recommendation of the provider.
• Provides individual and group dietary counseling.
• Reviews medical record for pertinent data and discuss the nutritional care plan with nursing and medical staff as necessary.
• Documents nutrition counseling provided and assessment of patient's understanding of information provided in the SOAP format.
• Maintains communication with patients and significant others.
• Orders lab based on Advocate Health Care protocol.
• Develops educational materials and displays.
• Provides in-service training to other associates.
• Guides clinical experience of dietary student interns.
• Participates in various committees as assigned.
• Serves as a resource to physicians regarding nutrition.
• Researches, plans, and develops curriculum.
• Teaches nutrition classes.
• Promotes National Nutrition Month in health centers.
• Maintains active licensure and registration status.
• Keeps abreast of current standards of care via literature, educational events and internal and external resources.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Generous retirement offerings
• Programs that invest in your career development
• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

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