Outpatient Clinical Dietitian - Bariatric Care

Outpatient Clinical Dietitian - Bariatric Care

Location: Lexington Surgery - West Columbia, SC

Schedule: Full-Time, Day Shift (M-Th 8a-5p; F 8a-1p)

Sign‑On Bonus: $6,000 | Relocation Assistance Eligible | Open to New Grads

Your work will be a vital part of Lexington Surgery, a leading bariatric center within the Lexington Health System, ranked best hospital in the Columbia Metro by U.S. News & World Report and selected by Modern Healthcare as one of the Best Places to Work in Healthcare. With over 9,000 bariatric procedures performed by board‑certified surgeons, you’ll join a compassionate, high‑performing team transforming lives every day.

As our Outpatient Clinical Dietitian, you will guide patients through the full spectrum of bariatric care, working hand‑in‑hand with medical social workers to ensure patients have the resources, education, and support they need and advocating for their success.

• Assess and monitor the nutritional health of outpatient bariatric patients
• Develop and implement individualized nutrition plans
• Provide one‑on‑one and group nutrition counseling
• Collaborate closely with physicians and care teams to ensure seamless patient care
• Lead patient support groups and create educational content for social media
• Mentor dietetic interns and support professional growth within the team

• A caring, professional, and patient‑focused individual who enjoys making a direct impact
• Interest in working with bariatric patients and supporting lifestyle transformation
• Registered Dietitian (RD) with licensure or eligibility to practice in South Carolina
• Certificate of Training in Obesity for Pediatrics and Adults (to be completed within 1 year)
• Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition or Dietetics (new grads welcome!)

• $6,000 sign‑on bonus and competitive pay
• Relocation assistance for eligible candidates
• Day‑one benefits including medical, dental, life insurance, FSAs, and 403(b) retirement match up to 6%
• Tuition reimbursement and student loan forgiveness
• Employer‑paid short‑ and long‑term disability after 90 days
• Work in a supportive, growth‑focused environment with opportunities for advancement
• And so much more!

• Accredited bariatric center since 2003, with over 9,000 procedures performed by board‑certified surgeons
• Magnet with Distinction status, South Carolina’s first, for excellence in nursing care
• Part of a comprehensive health network with nearly 80 physician practices and nationally recognized programs in cardiology, oncology, orthopedics, and women’s health
• A culture of service excellence, teamwork, and lifelong learning
• Located in West Columbia, SC, just two hours from the coast and the Blue Ridge Mountains, offering weekend getaways in every direction
• Enjoy affordable living, a mild climate, and a vibrant lifestyle in the Midlands region, with strong schools, outdoor recreation, and a welcoming community

If you’re ready to champion patient success, grow your career, and be part of a supportive, high‑performing team, we want to hear from you!