Clinical Dietitian

Lowell General Hospital; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a family-friendly community hospital as a Clinical Dietitian, providing optimal nutritional care to patients. This full-time role involves assessing nutritional needs, developing care plans, and educating patients. Enjoy competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Tuition reimbursement

403(b) retirement plan with hospital match

Free on-campus parking

Qualifications

• One year of clinical dietitian experience.
• Current registration with the American Dietetic Association.

Responsibilities

• Screen patients' nutritional status and perform nutritional assessments.
• Develop and monitor medical nutrition care plans.
• Educate patients and families on diets.

Skills

Customer Service

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nutrition

Bachelor's degree in Public Health

Job description

Join Our Dietary Services Team at Lowell General Hospital

Enjoy the opportunity to work close to home in a family-friendly community hospital. If you love working in food service and possess strong customer service skills, Lowell General Hospital offers career growth and comprehensive experience in all aspects of food service.

Hours and Location

• Hours: 40 hours per week, full-time - Day Shift
• Schedule: Rotating weekends (every 6th weekend), on-site Saturday, on-call Sunday, and on-call during holidays after a 90-day introductory period.
• Location: Lowell General Hospital - Main Campus

Job Overview

This position is responsible for providing optimal nutritional care to assigned hospitalized and ambulatory patients. Acts as the nutritional expert and patient nutrition advocate within the healthcare team.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nutrition or Public Health
• One (1) year of clinical dietitian experience
• Current registration with the American Dietetic Association and Massachusetts licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nutrition or Public Health
• Specialty certifications
• Two (2) years of clinical dietitian experience

Responsibilities

The duties listed below describe the general nature of work and are not all-inclusive. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Screen patients' nutritional status to determine needs and intervention level, reviewing medical records and attending team rounds.
2. Perform nutritional assessments to identify patients at risk, including interviews and analysis of medical history.
3. Develop and monitor medical nutrition care plans, transitioning patients to discharge regimens as needed.
4. Review physician diet orders for appropriateness and recommend modifications based on patient data.
5. Assist in developing and monitoring quality standards for meal service.
6. Educate patients and families on diets, documenting counseling and preparing educational materials.
7. Create individualized diet plans and provide counseling, including food planning and preparation.
8. Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans accordingly.
9. Maintain patient records, including evaluations and progress notes.
10. Document nutritional status and care plans in medical records.
11. Provide nutritional consultation to medical and nursing staff.
12. Engage with community groups, providing education and presentations on nutrition.
13. Offer in-service nutrition education to healthcare team members.
14. Coordinate with patient service staff to ensure optimal nutrition delivery.
15. Collaborate with healthcare team on discharge planning and ongoing nutritional support.
16. Supervise nutrition interns during clinical placements, evaluating and mentoring them.
17. Participate in policy review, quality improvement, and research projects related to nutrition.

What We Offer

At Lowell General Hospital, we value our employees and offer:

• Competitive salaries and benefits starting immediately
• Tuition reimbursement
• 403(b) retirement plan with hospital match
• Opportunities for professional growth
• Free on-campus parking

About Lowell General

With over 125 years of service, Lowell General is committed to providing exceptional care with a warm, community-focused approach. Join our team of over 3,000 healthcare professionals dedicated to comprehensive, connected care.

About Tufts Medicine

Tufts Medicine is a leading health system integrating academic and community healthcare to deliver accessible, exceptional care across Massachusetts. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. Please contact us at [e-mail] for assistance.