Position Overview:
We are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Registered Dietitian who holds an additional degree or certification in Functional Nutrition or Functional Medicine to join our dynamic healthcare team. The ideal candidate will utilize a holistic approach to patient care, focusing on identifying and addressing the root causes of disease while promoting optimal health and wellness through personalized nutrition plans. This role requires the ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team and contribute to the transformation of healthcare by integrating functional and conventional medicine practices.
Key Responsibilities:
- Personalized Nutrition Care:
- Assess, diagnose, and develop customized nutrition plans for patients based on individual health conditions, lifestyle factors, and functional lab results.
- Use principles of functional nutrition to address the root causes of chronic disease and promote overall well-being.
- Functional Medicine Integration:
- Work alongside other healthcare professionals to support patient care, combining both conventional and functional medicine principles.
- Utilize functional medicine diagnostics, such as comprehensive lab testing, to inform treatment plans.
- Patient Education & Support:
- Provide patients with comprehensive education on nutritional and lifestyle changes, ensuring they understand the connection between diet, health, and disease.
- Empower patients to take an active role in their own health by explaining the functional medicine approach to healing and prevention.
- Collaboration & Communication:
- Collaborate with a team of healthcare providers, including physicians, specialists, and other dietitians, to ensure a comprehensive approach to patient care.
- Communicate effectively with patients, team members, and external providers to ensure seamless integration of care.
- Continuous Learning:
- Stay updated on the latest research and advancements in functional medicine and nutrition, applying evidence-based practices to patient care.
- Participate in ongoing professional development to enhance clinical skills in functional nutrition and patient-centered care.
Qualifications:
- Education & Credentials:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Dietetics or Nutrition.
- Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) certification.
- Additional degree or certification in Functional Nutrition or Functional Medicine from an accredited program or institution.
- Experience:
- Minimum of three years of clinical experience as a registered dietitian.
- Experience in applying functional medicine principles in patient care is strongly preferred.
- Skills:
- Strong understanding of the functional medicine model, including root cause analysis and systems biology approach.
- Proficient in conducting and interpreting functional lab tests.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to connect with patients and work within a multidisciplinary team.
- Proficient in developing and implementing tailored nutritional strategies for chronic conditions (e.g., autoimmune diseases, metabolic disorders, digestive health, etc.).
- Personal Attributes:
- A passion for holistic health and wellness.
- Compassionate, patient-centered, and collaborative in approach.
- Eagerness to innovate and contribute to healthcare transformation through functional medicine principles.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development in the field of functional nutrition and medicine.
- A supportive and collaborative work environment focused on whole-health patient care.