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***Possible Sign on Bonus at the time of an offer***

Summary:

Responsible for providing optimal medical nutrition therapy to patients preparing for or post bariatric surgery through one-on-one sessions and group classes. Facilitates and coordinates bariatric patient support groups and serves as a social media moderator for the BayCare Bariatric Facebook Group. Assists center in maintaining compliance with national and insurance specific bariatric quality designations. Performs bariatric in-services to team members and physicians. Represents bariatric program in media requests and community outreach efforts. Assist in securing patient testimonials. Ability to build positive relationships with patients and bariatric multi-disciplinary team including nurses, psychologists, pharmacists, surgeons, admin staff, and facility bariatric patient care areas. Position may require travel to other sites as needed. Participates in patient education/clinical projects and MBS Committee meetings. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Required Education: Bachelors Degree in Food and Nutrition; 
Preferred Education: Masters Degree in Food and Nutrition; OR Related Field.
Required Licensure includes Registered Dietitian through CDR and licensure through the State of Florida.
Effective January 1, 2024, a graduate degree is required for those not initially credentialed by 12/31/23. A graduate degree includes a master’s degree, practice doctorate, doctoral degree (e.g., PhD, EdD or, DSc).

BayCare Health System, Weight Mgt Services-WHH

Location: Winter Haven Hospital 

Status: Full Time

Shift Hours: 8:00am- 5:00pm

Weekend Work: Occasional

On Call: No

How often will this team member be working remotely? Never

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled