The Dietitian educates patients about bariatric surgery, nutrition therapy and self-management in individual or group settings. Produces comprehensive nutritional assessments non-surgical and on preoperative and postoperative patients and captures. Assesses patient's self-care needs and his/her ability to manage the post-operative nutritional needs.
Providence caregivers are not simply valued theyre invaluable. Join our team at Oregon Clinical Programs and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree Food & Nutrition or Dietetics. Or
- Master's Degree Food & Nutrition or Dietetics.
- Coursework/Training Completion of an approved American Dietetic Association (ADA) Dietetic Education Program.
- Within 6 months (180 days) of hire: Oregon Dietitian License
- Upon hire: National CDR Registered Dietitian - Commission on Dietetic Registration
- 2 years Nutrition experience, preferably 1 year in ambulatory care setting or community health.
- Experience and comfort with teaching and public speaking.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Upon hire: Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE)
- Experience with Motivational Interviewing and adult learning theory.
- Bariatric surgery nutritional experience.
Why Join Providence?
Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.