Location: Salem Health Bariatric Services Clinic, 875 Oak Street SE, Salem, OR 97301
Department: Bariatrics Services
Position Type: Part Time, Non-Exempt
Limited Duration: End date 7/26/2027 *subject to change*
Schedule: 8:00 am – 5:00pm, Monday – Friday
Your role with us
Make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients by helping them build healthier habits and achieve their wellness goals through personalized nutrition care. As a registered dietitian, assess nutritional needs, develop individualized nutrition plans and provide medical nutrition therapy tailored to each patient's health conditions, lifestyle and learning needs. Partner closely with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care and support positive health outcomes across a diverse outpatient population. Use evidence-based nutrition principles to educate and empower patients while helping them navigate lifestyle changes with confidence and compassion. Beyond direct patient care, contribute to staff education, mentor emerging nutrition professionals and participate in Lean improvement initiatives that strengthen the quality of care delivered throughout the organization. This role offers the opportunity to combine clinical expertise, education and relationship-building in a rewarding career that creates lasting impact for both patients and the community.
What you'll do
- Assess patients' nutritional status, dietary habits, medications and other factors that influence health outcomes.
- Provide medical nutrition therapy tailored to each patient's age, medical condition, learning needs and individualized goals.
- Develop personalized nutrition plans using evidence-based practices and collaborate with patients to establish achievable wellness objectives.
- Deliver nutrition education using a variety of teaching methods and resources to support understanding and long-term success.
- Coordinate referrals to appropriate providers, programs and support services to address patient needs comprehensively.
- Document assessments, interventions and outcomes using the Nutrition Care Process and established clinical standards.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated and effective patient care.
- Provide education and in-service training to clinical, nutrition and support staff as requested.
- Support the orientation and development of new dietitians, dietetic technicians, dietetic interns and other team members.
- Lead or participate in Lean quality improvement initiatives that enhance patient care, operational efficiency and clinical outcomes.
Required qualifications
- Bachelor Degree – Completion of a Bachelor’s Degree (if RD credential acquired before 01/01/2024) or Master’s Degree (if RD credential acquired after 01/01/2024) satisfying the requirements of a Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) or Foreign Dietitian Education Program as approved by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND).
- Completion of a Dietetic Internship (or individualized supervised practice program, coordinated program, or foreign equivalent) approved by ACEND.
- Registered Dietitian – Registered Dietitian through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics within six months of hire.
- Licensed Dietitian – Licensed to practice in the State of Oregon or be able to obtain licensure within six months of hire.
Additional information
- Experience providing medical nutrition therapy in an acute care hospital or facility preferred.
- Experience providing, managing, coordinating or supervising patient nutrition care in an outpatient facility, and/or with bariatric patients preferred.
Salem Health's comprehensive benefits package prioritizes your mental and physical health, financial stability, family obligations, and professional growth.
Why Salem Health?
Salem Health is a Top Workplace in Oregon, known for fostering a supportive culture where your contributions truly matter. As an award-winning, independent health care system, we serve our region through Salem Hospital, multiple community clinics and West Valley Hospital, ensuring broad access to high-quality care.
We believe in empowering our teams. Through Lean principles, staff help drive innovation and solve real problems. We also invest in your growth with professional development, tuition assistance, and clear career pathways. At Salem Health, you’ll find more than a job, you’ll find purpose, connection, and room to thrive.
Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by law.
Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for applicants. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [email protected].
