What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dietitian position at Aspire Rural Health System?
OPEN POSITION:
Position: Dietitian
Department: Nutritional Services
Location: Marlette, MI
Hours: Full Time. Days. Full Benefits.
Aspire Rural Health System is hiring a Dietitian! We’re looking for individuals with a positive attitude to join our dedicated team of healthcare professionals committed to delivering the highest quality of service to both our patients and employees.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or a related field.
- Registered Dietitian credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
- At least two years of experience as a Registered Dietitian preferred.
- Previous experience in acute care, outpatient care, and/or long-term care/skilled nursing settings preferred.
- Familiarity with Diabetes Self-Management Education (DSME) programs preferred.
Responsibilities: Provides nutritional care across a variety of settings, including acute inpatient care, outpatient care, long-term care, and skilled nursing facilities. This position will provide services at all Aspire Rural Health System locations and requires regular travel between facilities using the employee’s own vehicle.
Effectively screens and assesses patients and provides nutritional recommendations and interventions based on individual needs and applicable nutritional care standards and regulations. Completes follow-up evaluations and monitors patient progress following nutritional interventions. Provides appropriate nutrition education to patients, staff, and community members
"Aspire Rural Health Systems are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Aspire Rural Health System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to complete the application or participate in the interview process, please contact Human Resources.”