Registered Dietitian Dearborn Healthcare Dearborn, MI Job Details Part-time $36.73 - $44.23 an hour 7 hours ago Benefits Health insurance 401(k) Paid time off 401(k) matching Flexible schedule Qualifications Behavioral interventions Collaborate with healthcare professionals Record keeping Customer communication Care plan evaluation Patient progress tracking Electronic health records (EHR) management Tube feeding Patient assessment Administrative clinical supervision Physiology knowledge Experience working with individuals with chronic illnesses Working with geriatric patients Care documentation Mid-level Diagnostic evaluation Weight loss Acute care facility experience Working with individuals with specific medical conditions One-on-one patient counseling Supervising experience Professional development support Team management Clinical assessment documentation Counseling interventions Patient family and caregiver education Healthcare team management Multidisciplinary team collaboration for treatment planning Working with families Disease state management Full Job Description Job Summary We are seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Registered Dietitian to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in clinical nutrition, with expertise in developing personalized care plans and providing comprehensive nutritional guidance. As a Registered Dietitian, you will evaluate patient needs, collaborate with healthcare professionals, and deliver tailored nutrition counseling to promote optimal health outcomes across diverse populations, including those with chronic conditions, geriatrics, and individuals requiring specialized dietary support. Duties Conduct thorough patient assessments to determine nutritional status and identify dietary needs. Develop and implement individualized care plans that incorporate medical nutrition therapy (MNT) and support chronic disease management. Provide nutrition counseling and education to patients and their families, utilizing motivational interviewing techniques to encourage positive behavioral changes. Monitor patient progress through diagnostic evaluation and adjust nutrition interventions accordingly. Collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure cohesive care delivery. Manage nutrition support procedures such as tube feeding and other specialized dietary interventions. Maintain accurate documentation within electronic health records (EHR) systems, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations. Supervise dietetic interns or junior staff members, fostering professional development within the dietary department. Skills Extensive knowledge of physiology related to digestion, metabolism, and chronic disease processes. Proven experience in medical nutrition therapy (MNT), including working with individuals with specific dietary needs such as geriatrics or those in acute care settings. Strong skills in nutrition counseling, client communication, and motivational interviewing techniques. Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems for documentation and patient record management. Experience supervising staff or interns within a clinical or hospital environment. Ability to develop comprehensive care plans that include tube feeding and other nutritional support modalities. Knowledge of weight loss strategies and long-term care nutritional management practices. Demonstrated competence in diagnostic evaluation, nutritional analysis, and dietary assessment tools. Join our team to make a meaningful impact on patient health through expert nutritional guidance, innovative care planning, and collaborative healthcare delivery!
Pay:
$36.73 - $44.23 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off