Clinical Dietitian Specialist - Bariatric Program

Clinical Dietitian Specialist- Bariatric Program

University Medical Center | New Orleans, LA

Help Patients Transform Their Lives Through Nutrition

At University Medical Center's Bariatric Program, we're changing lives every day. We are seeking a compassionate, knowledgeable, and motivated Clinical Dietitian Specialist to empower patients throughout their weight loss journey, from pre-operative preparation to long-term success after bariatric surgery.

This is more than a traditional dietitian role. You will become a trusted coach, educator, and advocate for patients working to improve their health, confidence, and quality of life. As a valued member of our multidisciplinary bariatric team, you'll collaborate with surgeons, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to deliver exceptional patient-centered care.

If you're passionate about improving health outcomes through nutrition and enjoy building meaningful relationships with patients, we'd love to meet you.

Why Join UMC's Bariatric Program?

Make a direct impact on life-changing patient outcomes

Work alongside a highly collaborative team of bariatric specialists

Develop long-term relationships with patients as they achieve their weight loss and wellness goals

Lead educational programs that empower patients to make lasting lifestyle changes

Grow your professional expertise in a dynamic and expanding specialty area

What You'll Do

As our Clinical Dietitian, you will serve as the nutrition expert for bariatric and medical weight management patients by:

• Conducting comprehensive nutrition assessments and evaluations
• Developing personalized nutrition care plans tailored to each patient's unique needs
• Providing one-on-one counseling and support before and after bariatric surgery
• Leading bariatric nutrition classes and group education sessions
• Educating patients on healthy meal planning, lifestyle modifications, supplementation requirements, and long-term dietary success
• Monitoring patient progress and helping patients overcome barriers to achieving their goals
• Collaborating closely with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes
• Documenting and managing nutrition interventions according to established standards of care
• Participating in quality improvement initiatives and program development activities
• Creating and updating patient education materials and resources
• Supporting and mentoring new clinical nutrition staff as a preceptor

What We're Looking For

Required Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or a related field

Required Licensure & Certification

• Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (or obtained within the orientation period)
• Licensed through the Louisiana Board of Examiners in Dietetics and Nutrition

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in bariatric surgery, weight management, or clinical nutrition
• A passion for patient education and behavior change
• Strong collaboration and relationship-building skills

Skills for Success

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Excellent communication and counseling skills
• Strong interpersonal abilities and a patient-first mindset
• The ability to motivate and inspire patients throughout their health journey
• Exceptional organizational and documentation skills
• A commitment to evidence-based nutrition care and continuous learning

Highly preferred experience in Bariatric services, with a strong preference for candidates who have experience leading surgical programs and ambulatory clinics. Experience managing multidisciplinary teams, coordinating high volume surgical workflows, and overseeing program growth and operational performance would be highly desirable.

Be the Difference

Every successful bariatric patient has a support team behind them. As a Clinical Dietitian Specialist at UMC, you'll play one of the most influential roles in helping patients achieve healthier, happier lives.

Join us and become part of a team that's transforming lives through education, nutrition, and compassionate care!

WORK SHIFT: Days (United States of America)

LCMC Health is a community.

Our people make health happen. While our NOLA roots run deep, our branches are the vessels that carry our mission of bringing the best possible care to every person and parish in Louisiana and beyond and put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way. Celebrating authenticity, originality, equity, inclusion and a little "come on in" attitude is the foundation of LCMC Health's culture of everyday extraordinary

About University Medical Center

University Medical Center, a world class academic medical center in LCMC Health's incredible community of care, is the largest medical training center for healthcare professionals in Louisiana and has long served as the region's safety net hospital for poor and underserved communities for 300+. Learn more about University Medical Center's legacy and our vision of becoming the epicenter of medical care, education, and research.

Your extras

• Deliver healthcare with heart.
• Give people a reason to smile.
• Put a little love in your work.
• Be honest and real, but with compassion.
• Bring some lagniappe into everything you do.
• Forget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care.
• See opportunities, not problems it's all about perspective.
• Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other.
• Love what makes you, you - because we do

You are welcome here.

LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.

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