Lifestyle Health Dietitian

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system.

We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.

• M-F 8:00 - 4:30

Summary of the Job:
The Lifestyle Health Dietitian serves as an integral member of St. Tammany Health System's Lifestyle Health Program, supporting the organization's mission of delivering exceptional, patient-centered care focused on wellness, prevention, and chronic disease management. This position provides evidence-based nutrition counseling, health coaching, and lifestyle medicine interventions for patients seeking to improve overall health, manage weight, prevent disease progression, and achieve sustainable behavior change. 

The Lifestyle Health Dietitian works collaboratively with physicians, advanced practice providers, behavioral health specialists, fitness professionals, and community wellness partners to improve patient outcomes and support the health and well-being of the communities served by St. Tammany Health System. 

Minimum Qualifications:  

• Bachelor's degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or related field. 

• Minimum of two years of clinical nutrition counseling experience. 
• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential. 

• Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist in the State of Louisiana. 
• Extensive knowledge of medical nutrition therapy and evidence-based nutrition guidelines. 

• Understanding lifestyle medicine principles and chronic disease prevention strategies. 

• Strong patient counseling and coaching skills. 

• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills. 

• Ability to work independently while collaborating within interdisciplinary teams. 

• Proficiency in electronic medical record systems and Microsoft Office applications. 

• Ability to interpret clinical and quality outcome data.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in ambulatory care, weight management, population health, or preventive medicine. 

• Experience utilizing motivational interviewing and behavior change methodologies. 
• Certification in Lifestyle Medicine, Health Coaching, or Diabetes Care. 

Physical Demands:      
Must possess good physical health.  Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time.  Lifting at least 20 pounds is required.  Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise.
Physical Effort required:        

Constant (67%-100%) – handling/feeling, talking, hearing, seeing
Frequently (34%-66%) - NONE
Occasionally (1%-33%) – lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, balancing, stooping, crouching, reaching

EMPLOYMENT

Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values. Please take time to review those expectations, which can be found by clicking here, before applying for employment. If you feel you are unable to demonstrate those characteristics, we respectfully request that you do not proceed with the application process.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.