Clinical Nutrition Dietitian- 40 hours per week-Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm- Van Elslander Cancer Center-Grosse Pointe Woods

Henry Ford Health System

Nov 27, 2024
Department: Oncology Support Services Schedule: FULL Time (40 hours per week); Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm -: Van Elslander Cancer Center - Grosse Pointe Woods, MI GENERAL SUMMARY Provide medical nutrition therapy and evaluate effectiveness of treatments. - Assess patients for nutritional status. Provide interventions/treatments including diet therapy, counseling or specialized nutrition supplements. - Collaborate with physicians, nursing and ancillary services such as speech pathology or physical therapy. - Monitor tolerance and effectiveness of nutritional regimen and recommend therapy adjustments as necessary. Provide medical nutrition therapy a nd evaluate effectiveness of treatments. - Provide nutrition information for the community that may include public speaking, news releases and other forms of publications. - Research and take initiatives to resolve nutrition care related complaints and problems. - Assist in monitoring meals including intake, diet compliance and tray accuracy. Maintain sanitation of food preparation area(s) through planned and unannounced inspections. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Educator specializing in Diabetes Management preferred. Bachelors in Dietetics Registration thru Commission on Dietetics Registration - CSO (preferred) 2+ years experience (preferred) CERTIFICATION/LICENCES REQUIRED Dietitian/Nutritionist credentialed from the Commission on Dietetic Registration obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. - Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association BLS Provider preferred. American Heart Association Additional Information Organization: Henry Ford Health St. John Hospital Department: Oncology Support Services 001 Shift: Day Job Union Code: Not Applicable