Dietitian

# **About Our Company**We’re a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care.Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care providers serve millions of patients in traditional practices, patients' homes and virtually through VillageMD and our operating companies , , , , and .When you join our team, you become part of a compassionate community of people who work hard every day to make health care better for all. We are innovating value-based care and leveraging integrated applications, population insights and staffing expertise to ensure all patients have access to high-quality, connected care services that provide better outcomes at a reduced total cost of care.**Please Note:** We will only contact candidates regarding your applications from one of the following domains: @summithealth.com, @citymd.net, @villagemd.com, @villagemedical.com, @westmedgroup.com, @starlingphysicians.com, or @bmctotalcare.com.# **Job Description**As an extension of the primary care physician’s (PCP) care team, Registered Dietitians are responsible for providing a variety of Care Management services within a PCP practice(s) targeting patients identified as high risk and/or those who are experiencing barriers to meeting their healthcare goals. Principle Care Management services include, but are not limited to, performing comprehensive assessments, developing patient-centered care pans, providing episodic and longitudinal care planning. Registered Dietitians also monitor acute facility stays and discharges, provide disease education and empower patient’s ability to develop self-management skills.**How you can make a difference*** Actively engage and collaborate with PCP’s and office staff at multiple practices* Employ motivational interviewing skills to elicit optimal member engagement/outcome* Perform comprehensive dietary assessments for risk factors that support individual patient needs while identifying and addressing barriers* Communicate assessment findings, care plan goals, interventions and outcomes to PCP, patients and caregivers in a timely manner* Identify and support practice needs for structured on-site Care Coordination presence in alignment with a care management program model* Maintain a core understanding of population management as it specifically relates to high risk patients* Provide chronic disease education and symptom management teaching to patients and caregivers* Document clinical interventions in electronic health systems* Develop and maintain effective professional working relationships with assigned PCP practice(s)* Engage patients in a variety of settings, determined by program models and initiatives**Skills for success*** The ability to be flexible in an ambiguous and dynamic environment* The ability to adapt quickly to changing demands in the healthcare industry* A service orientation and a “can do” attitude* A willingness to learn on your own and take initiative* Displays Strength-Based Approach to collaborative problem solving* The ability to receive feedback and apply it to work performance* Demonstrates consistently, strong ethics and sound judgement* Effectively engages diverse populations (age, ethnic groups, socio-economic levels, etc.) and provide culturally sensitive coaching, education and assistance to members and their families* Experience in conflict management and problem resolution* A low ego and humility; an ability to gain trust through good communication and doing what you say you will do**Experience to drive change*** 3+ years of direct, clinical experience* Registered dietitian with licensure in the state of practice* Care management experience in a setting that requires assessment, critical thinking and application preferred* Knowledge of Michigan payers incentive-based Care Management programs* Comfort with technology including Microsoft suite of products* Utilizing a variety of electronic health records including data capture, data mining and reporting# **About Our Commitment**## **Total Rewards at VillageMD**Our team members are essential to our mission to reshape healthcare through the power of connection. VillageMD highly values the critical role that health and wellness play in the lives of our team members and their families. Participation in VillageMD’s benefit platform includes Medical, Dental, Life, Disability, Vision, FSA coverages and a 401k savings plan.## **Equal Opportunity Employer**Our Company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of, race, color, religion, creed, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender status), national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.## **Safety Disclaimer**Our Company cares about the safety of our employees and applicants. Our Company does not use chat rooms for job searches or communications. 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