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Bronson Methodist Hospital

Southwest Michigan health system

Clinical Dietitian

Medical, Clinical & VeterinaryConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Part-timeKalamazoo, MI, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or a related field is required.
  • Candidates obtaining Registered Dietitian credentials in 2024 and beyond must have a master's degree, in accordance with current credentialing requirements.
  • Completion of an ACEND-accredited supervised practice program, including a Dietetic Internship Program, Individual Supervised Practice Pathway, Coordinated Program, Future Graduate Program, or International Dietitian Education Program.
  • A Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential, or the ability to obtain it within six months of hire.
  • Demonstrate strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
  • Demonstrate communication and patient education abilities.
  • Demonstrate organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Commit to evidence-based practice and continuous learning.
  • Demonstrate collaboration skills and a team-oriented approach.
  • Demonstrate proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic medical record systems.
  • Meet physical and environmental requirements, including frequent walking, standing, sitting, bending, and stooping; occasional lifting of light-weight objects; sustained concentration and attention to detail while working with electronic systems and patient documentation; and the ability to manage a fast-paced clinical environment while maintaining accuracy and professionalism.

Responsibilities

  • Assess patients' nutritional status using anthropometric, biochemical, laboratory, and clinical data.
  • Identify patients at nutritional risk and develop individualized nutrition care plans.
  • Monitor patient progress and modify interventions based on clinical outcomes and changing needs.
  • Provide medical nutrition therapy and evidence-based nutrition recommendations.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to support comprehensive patient care.
  • Educate patients, families, caregivers, and staff through individual and group education programs.
  • Participate in discharge planning and ensure continuity of care through follow-up recommendations and communication with providers.
  • Use electronic medical records to document assessments, interventions, outcomes, and care plans accurately.
  • Apply current nutrition research, guidelines, and best practices to clinical decision-making.
  • Support quality improvement initiatives, compliance activities, and community wellness programs.
  • Promote culturally sensitive, patient-centered care that respects diversity and individual needs.

Desired Qualifications

  • Previous clinical nutrition experience in an acute care, outpatient, or specialty setting.
  • Specialized certifications or progress toward certifications related to the area of practice, such as CDCES for Diabetes Education.
  • Experience with nutrition-focused physical exams, motivational interviewing, and medical nutrition therapy.

About the Company

Bronson Methodist Hospital

Southwest Michigan health system

Bronson Methodist Hospital is a nonprofit health system serving southwest Michigan. The system provides hospital, primary, specialty, emergency, outpatient, rehabilitation, and community health services through regional care locations. It serves patients, families, clinicians, referring providers, and communities throughout southwest Michigan. Its operating model centers on coordinated hospitals and practices supported by clinical programs, technology, facilities, supply chain, and administration. Teams work across nursing, physicians, allied health, rehabilitation, technology, facilities, administration, and patient access. Work depends on coordination among clinical, operational, technical, and support teams across its care settings and communities.

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