Diet Technician, Full Time

The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Spaulding Hospital-Cambridge, Inc. is seeking a Dietetic Technician, Registered to assist our Dietitian in delivering nutrition services to a broad patient population at Mass General Brigham’s Cambridge location.

You will help plan meals, ensure therapeutic diet adherence, document calories and intake, and support patient education and compliance with dietary plans. This position emphasizes teamwork and high-quality service delivery.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Associate's Degree in Dietetics preferred.
• Dietetic Technician, Registered (DTR/NDTR) - CDR preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists dietitian by helping patient meet nutritional needs with meal selections and compliance with therapeutic diets.
• Interviews patients to identify food preferences and allergies.
• Maintains pertinent records.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Service orientation

Computer proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate's Degree in Dietetics

Tools

CDR certification preference

Job description

Site: The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital CorporationMass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.Job SummarySummaryResponsible for assisting the Dietitian in the provision of nutrition services to a broad patient population. This includes appropriate meals, between-meal nourishments, and special formulas required by each individual patientDoes this position require Patient Care? YesEssential FunctionsAssists dietitian by helping patient meet nutritional needs with meal selections and compliance with therapeutic dietsInterview patients to identify food preferences and allergiesDTR only: assesses patient calorie counts, percentage of food consumed by the patient, conducts meal rounds, diet restriction monitoring, etcMaintains pertinent recordsQualificationsEducationHigh School Diploma or Equivalent requiredAssociate's Degree Dietetics preferredCan this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?YESLicenses and CredentialsDietetic Technician, Registered [DTR/NDTR] - Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) preferredExperienceDietetic technician experience with multiple patient populations 1-2 years preferredKnowledge, Skills and AbilitiesGood communication skills.High level of service delivery.Attention to detail.Computer proficiency.Additional Job Details (if applicable)Physical RequirementsStanding Frequently (34-66%)Walking Frequently (34-66%)Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbsPushing Occasionally (3-33%)Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)Balancing Frequently (34-66%)Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)Reaching Frequently (34-66%)Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)Feeling Constantly (67-100%)Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)Talking Constantly (67-100%)Hearing Constantly (67-100%)Remote TypeOnsiteWork Location1575 Cambridge StreetScheduled Weekly Hours40Employee TypeRegularWork ShiftDay (United States of America)Pay Range$18.30 - $26.58/HourlyGrade3At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.EEO Statement:1460 Spaulding Hospital-Cambridge, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.Mass General Brigham Competency FrameworkAt Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.