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Ambulatory Dietitian Position Summary 

The Ambulatory Dietitian insures

The Ambulatory Registered Dietitian (RD) acts as a key member of the interdisciplinary team to ensure that quality and therapeutic nutritional services are provided to medical weight loss and bariatric surgery patients. The RD assists in the planning, organization and development of the overall operations of the Medical Weight Loss & Bariatric Nutrition department in cooperation with the Bariatric Providers. The RD will have the support of a full-time Medical Assistant designated for the Dietitian. The RD must hold a Registered Dietitian credential and a Licensed Nutritionist/Dietitian in Delaware and Maryland.

The Ambulatory Registered Dietitian will work Monday - Friday, day shift, no nights, holidays or weekends; This is a unique position that allows for excellent work-life balance while working closely with the Bariatric Community to foster positive lifestyle changes!

Job Duties:

Providing nutrition guidance and counseling to metabolic and bariatric surgery patients pre and post-operative through development, implementation and monitoring of dietary recommendations pertaining to weight loss surgery Analyze data, assess nutrition status and formulate nutrition care plans  Co-administrator on specific online applications/ software used to support Bariatric patients Assist in center development, patient education, and staff education (as needed) on the aspects of diet and nutrition related to metabolic and bariatric surgeries.  Maintain Nutrition guide (following most current guidelines) Act as liaison between the weight loss center, the bariatric coordinator, and the surgeons performing metabolic and bariatric surgery at both centers.  Work closely with the bariatric coordinator to ensure timely submission and accurate information regarding diet and nutrition for the pre- and post-surgical patient.  Coordinates with Metabolic and Bariatric System, MBS, Coordinator in all aspects of dietary services for the metabolic and bariatric patient Lead support groups (currently: System Bariatric Support group/ “Boot Camp”) and track attendance for pre- and post-surgical patients. Participates in metabolic and bariatric surgery team rounds/meetings and assigned committees Collaborates with physicians, nurses and other allied health staff to provide patient care.  Participates in QI activities required to meet MBSAQIP Accreditation Other duties as deemed necessary for program growth

Ambulatory Dietitian Position Requirements

Experience

Three years long term care experience is preferred. One year experience in clinical nutrition preferred

Education & Licensure

Degree in Nutrition or related field preferred Delaware & Maryland Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist is required. Registered Dietitian credential required

Ambulatory Dietitian Benefits

At TidalHealth, team members working at least 36 hours per pay period based on 12-hour shift schedules or at least 37.5 hours for non 12-hour shift schedules and part-time team members wor (king at least 30 hours or more on weekends only are eligible for benefits. Benefits include medical, prescription, vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, disability insurance plans, life insurance, paid time off plans, retirement plans, tuition assistance, employee assistance, and access to on-site childcare and a credit union.