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Outpatient Bariatric Dietitian - Saratoga Springs, United States - Saratoga Hospital
Description
Position located at 1 West Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NYMostly days with some evenings for programsJob Summary:
Responsible for providing supportive Nutrition Counseling services as part of a comprehensive Bariatric Surgery Program.
Acts as member of multidisciplinary program team, evaluating patient progress over time and ensuring that patients are educated and supported in making lifelong lifestyle changes while remaining well-nourished.
Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science degree in Dietetics or Foods & Nutrition. Advanced degree in related field (Nutrition, Public Health, Business Administration) preferred. At least three years' experience in outpatient nutrition setting working with individuals and groups. Previous experience working with bariatric surgery patients strongly preferred.
Registration with The Commission on Dietetic Registration (RD) required;Certification as a Dietitian-Nutritionist (CDN) with New York State Department of Education required;Membership in The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND) and Weight Management Practice Group strongly preferred.
It is expected that membership in both would be obtained within 6 months of hire if not a member at time of hire.
Certificate of Completion in Adult Weight Management Training Program through AND or other advanced training in weight management strongly recommendedSalary Range:$ $43.01Pay Grade: 29Compensation may vary based upon, but not limited to: overall experience and qualifications, shift, and location.