Registered Dietitian - Medical Weight Loss - Full-time with Benefits

The Registered Dietitian is responsible for implementation of medical weight loss program and all aspects that address objectives of the program and the customer. This position requires a committed individual who demonstrates a systems approach to management. This individual will translate business knowledge into behaviors that produce high quality, cost-effective outcomes. This individual is able to apply program evaluation and accepted clinical research findings to secure clinical and program outcomes. He/she will build strong customer relationships, actively explore customer needs, and pursue creative solutions to satisfy those needs and monitor results on a continual basis.

Essential Job Functions:

• Works with providers and staff to achieve program objectives and enhance clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction.
• Prepares for classes on weight loss, cooking or other nutritional topics by selecting appropriate class topics and educational materials such as; power point presentations, interactive handouts and visual learning techniques.
• Arrives in a timely manner prior to education session to ensure proper set-up and punctual start.
• Ensures that class materials are sufficiently stocked and organized.
• Instructs session using approved curriculum and provides appropriate, specific, behavioral life-style change tools for participants.
• Allows adequate time for in education session for discussion, practice, and evaluation.
• Encourages participants in education/support groups to discuss information relevant to topic and keeps classes positive and solution focused.
• Performs a nutritional screening to identify clients with specific nutritional needs.
• Assesses patient’s readiness and commitment to participate in any weight management group program.
• Reviews patient’s medical record and nutrition/medical history prior to consult to familiarize themselves with patient’s progress, concerns and other medical professional recommendations/notations.
• Assists in updating assessment/interview forms/tools to stay consistent with industry trends and research.
• Documents appropriately and timely according to organization policy.
• Performs individual consults to identify client’s goals to make nutritional counseling conducive to weight-loss/weight maintenance/other specific nutritional needs.
• Assists in research, selection, and development of new programs/classes and instructional materials to be used.
• Serves as an expert resource in the nutrition science field especially as it relates to the treatment of obesity.
• Assumes responsibility for continuing education, development needs, interviewing/assessment skills and maintaining adult teaching skills.
• Assists with the medical monitoring of the program, including blood pressure measurement and weigh-ins.
• Assists with administrative and program supervision duties as required/assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Extensive knowledge of specific nutritional issues, including but not limited to; weight management, eating disorders, food allergies, and cardiac health.
• Experience in leading groups and facilitating group interactions; skillful in public speaking with the ability to provide information in a dynamic, interesting manner.
• Extensive knowledge and experience in individual counseling and assessments necessary for weight management programming and treatment of the overweight and obese population.
• Experience and training in eating disorders and compulsive behaviors preferred.
• Experience in developing, implementing, and delivering education materials using adult learning theories.
• Evidence of continuing education in the dietetics field to maintain any current certification/registration and/or licensure status.
• Must have current CPR certification.
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills towards diverse patient population.
• Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication.
• Demonstrates leadership skills, decision making skills, and ability to problem solve.
• Demonstrates knowledge of infection control standards and EOC standards.
• Strong organization skills with ability to prioritize and multi-task.
• Must abide by HIPAA law and maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Excellent computer skills, knowledge of Electronic Medical Records.
• Pleasant, caring and professional personality.
• Availability and flexibility to work at remote sites.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education, Training, and Experience Required:

• 2-3 years of experience in medical practice, hospital, or clinic setting.
• Registered Dietitian in the State of Maryland,
• Certification in Obesity Medicine preferred. 
• Bariatric nutrition, weight management, diabetes education experience preferred.