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LCMC Health

Nonprofit health system delivering hospital care

Clinical Dietitian Specialist - Bariatric Program

Medical, Clinical & VeterinaryConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeNew Orleans, LA, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or a related field is required.
  • Hold Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) status with the Commission on Dietetic Registration, or obtain it within the orientation period.
  • Hold licensure through the Louisiana Board of Examiners in Dietetics and Nutrition.
  • Preferred experience in bariatric surgery, weight management, or clinical nutrition.
  • Preferred capability in patient education and behavior change.
  • Preferred experience in bariatric services, including experience leading surgical programs and ambulatory clinics; experience managing multidisciplinary teams, coordinating high-volume surgical workflows, and overseeing program growth and operational performance is highly desirable.
  • Demonstrate communication and counseling skills, interpersonal abilities, organizational and documentation skills, and commitment to evidence-based nutrition care and continuous learning.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments and evaluations.
  • Develop personalized nutrition care plans tailored to each patient's needs.
  • Provide one-on-one counseling and support before and after bariatric surgery.
  • Lead bariatric nutrition classes and group education sessions.
  • Educate patients on healthy meal planning, lifestyle modifications, supplementation requirements, and long-term dietary success.
  • Monitor patient progress and help patients overcome barriers to achieving their goals.
  • Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes.
  • Document and manage nutrition interventions according to established standards of care.
  • Participate in quality improvement initiatives and program development activities.
  • Create and update patient education materials and resources.
  • Support and mentor new clinical nutrition staff as a preceptor.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience in bariatric surgery, weight management, or clinical nutrition.
  • A passion for patient education and behavior change.
  • Experience in bariatric services, particularly leading surgical programs and ambulatory clinics; managing multidisciplinary teams; coordinating high-volume surgical workflows; and overseeing program growth and operational performance.

About the Company

LCMC Health

Nonprofit health system delivering hospital care

LCMC Health is a non-profit health system in Louisiana that operates nine hospitals, urgent care centers, and physician practices to serve communities across New Orleans and the Gulf Coast. Its care model coordinates services across facilities to treat the whole patient, supported by a family-like, hospitable culture. The system stands out through its local, community-focused network and non-profit mission, along with collaborations with universities to bring current care and train new providers. Its goal is to deliver the best possible care for every person in its communities and guide the Gulf Coast toward a healthier future.

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Headquarters
New Orleans, LA
Founded
2009

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