What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dietitian Nutritionist position at Etheridge Family Medicine, LLC?
Job Summary
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Dietitian to join our healthcare team, committed to improving patient health through personalized nutrition care. In this vital role, you will assess individual nutritional needs, develop tailored care plans, and provide expert guidance to support recovery, chronic disease management, weight loss, and overall wellness. Your expertise will help empower patients to make informed dietary choices and achieve their health goals. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic clinical environment where your skills directly impact lives.
Duties
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including nutritional analysis and diagnostic evaluation to determine specific dietary needs.
- Develop and implement individualized care plans that incorporate medical nutrition therapy (MNT), and nutrition support strategies.
- Provide nutrition counseling using motivational interviewing techniques to motivate behavioral change and enhance patient engagement.
- Collaborate closely with healthcare professionals such as physicians, nurses, and therapists to coordinate patient care and optimize treatment outcomes.
- Manage electronic health records (EHR/EHR systems) efficiently, documenting assessments, care plans, progress notes, and follow-up actions accurately.
- Educate patients on nutrition principles related to chronic disease management, geriatrics, weight loss, and acute care needs.
- Supervise dietetic interns or junior staff members while ensuring adherence to hospital or long-term care facility standards.
Skills
- Extensive knowledge of physiology related to digestion, metabolism, and nutritional requirements across diverse populations.
- Proven experience in clinical nutrition, including medical nutrition therapy (MNT), dietary supervision, and working with individuals with specific dietary needs.
- Strong background in health coaching techniques such as motivational interviewing to foster positive lifestyle changes.
- Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems for documentation and patient record management.
- Skilled in developing care plans for complex cases involving tube feeding, nutrition support, or specialized diets.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with clients of varied backgrounds and collaborate seamlessly with multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Experience working within hospital settings or long-term care facilities with a focus on geriatrics and chronic disease management.
Join us in making a meaningful difference by guiding patients toward healthier lives through expert nutritional care!
Pay: $44,000.00 - $58,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $44,000 - $58,000