Position Information

Work Type: Active - Benefit Eligible and Accrues Time Off
Exempt: Yes

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday
Work Hours per Biweekly Pay Period: 80

Shift Time: 8:00 - 5:00 pm
Location: Medical Center, US:FL:Lakeland

Position Summary

Summary:
The Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Dietitian provides nutrition guidance and counseling to

metabolic and bariatric surgery patients through development, implementation, and monitoring

of dietary recommendations pertaining to weight loss surgery. Provision of clinical nutrition

care requires knowledge of the principles of weight loss surgery and the ability to analyze data,

assess nutrition status and formulate nutrition care plans.

Position Details

screening the medical record; completing a comprehensive assessment based on

medical record data and interview with the patient; and by assessing the patient based

on religious, cultural and ethnic preferences.

• Nutrition Counseling—Recommends appropriate nutrition intervention to the

metabolic and bariatric surgery patient preoperatively and postoperatively based on

subjective and objective data, including but not limited to, protein parameters, iron

level, vitamin levels, and calcium level.

• Education—Educates patient based on cultural, religious and ethnic preferences.

Individualizes patient education materials based on patient’s age and comprehension

levels. Provides appropriate resources and education according to identified need.

Documents education provided, including evidence of family teaching (as applicable),

measurable understanding of principles discussed, and assessment of anticipated

compliance. Participates in patient group teaching as needed. Serves as a nutrition

educator by providing education, lectures and programs to Hospital staff,

patients and community. Evaluates and develops nutrition education materials.

• Performance Improvement—Identifies issues, collects, evaluates and reports data as

assigned. Participates in problem solving and resolution of issues. Collaborates with

others in committees, work groups or projects designed to improve services.

• Communication—Participates in metabolic and bariatric surgery team rounds/meetings

and assigned committees. Collaborates with physicians, nurses and other allied health

staff to provide patient care. Documents nutrition referrals, as needed, to ensure

quality nutrition care throughout the continuum of care. Documents nutritional care in

the medical record, according to established policy, procedure and standards.

• Documentation—Documents desired outcomes specific to the individual patient

problem(s), diagnosis(es), learning capabilities/limitations, and progress towards

established goals.

• Professional development—Maintains CPEU’s as required by the American Nutrition

Association in order to maintain registration. Develops and provides in-service

education to department staff, colleagues and other departments.

• Administrative Responsibilities—Assists with development of department standards,

guidelines, and policies and procedures. Adheres to all regulatory standards. Serves as

a preceptor for dietetic interns and/or students.

Qualifications & Experience