Dietitian / Nutritionist

Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 53,000; Part time

Job summary

Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital is seeking a Clinical Dietitian to deliver evidence-based medical nutrition therapy across a diverse patient population. You will assess nutritional needs, develop individualized care plans, educate patients and families, and collaborate with physicians and the care team to improve clinical outcomes.

Responsibilities include documenting assessments in the electronic medical record, coordinating with food service teams, and supporting diet-related education

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or related field.
• Completion of an accredited dietetic internship required.
• Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) preferred; Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist preferred.
• Heartsaver CPR AED certification preferred.
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and ability to work with interdisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' nutritional status and develop individualized nutrition care plans.
• Provide medical nutrition therapy, monitor progress, and adjust interventions.
• Document nutrition assessments, care plans, and follow-up in the EMR.
• Educate patients and families on diets, goals, and long-term wellness.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and care team to ensure coordinated nutrition care.
• Coordinate with food service teams to ensure appropriate meals and nutrition support.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Critical thinking

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Dietetics/Nutrition

Job description

Site: Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Inc.Mass 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 SummaryAs a Clinical Dietitian, you will play a key role in improving patient health by delivering evidence-based medical nutrition therapy across a diverse patient population. Working collaboratively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals, you will assess patients' nutritional needs, develop individualized care plans, provide nutrition education, and help support positive clinical outcomes.Essential FunctionsAssess patients' nutritional status using clinical data, physician orders, interdisciplinary care plans, and evidence-based practice to develop individualized nutrition care plans.Provide medical nutrition therapy, monitor patient progress, and adjust nutrition interventions as appropriate throughout the course of care.Document nutrition assessments, recommendations, care plans, follow-up evaluations, discharge planning, and other nutrition-related activities in the electronic medical record.Educate patients and their families on therapeutic diets, nutrition goals, and strategies to support long-term health and wellness.Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other members of the care team to ensure coordinated, patient-centered nutrition care.Partner with food service teams to help ensure patients receive appropriate meals, supplements, and nutrition support while promoting adherence to prescribed diets.Develop and maintain educational resources to support patient and family nutrition education.Required for All PositionsPerform other duties as assigned.Comply with all organizational policies, procedures, and standards.Patient Care: Yes (Direct/Indirect)QualificationsEducationBachelor's degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or a related field required.Experience in lieu of degree accepted? NoLicenses & CertificationsRegistered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential from the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) preferred.Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist (state licensure) preferred.Heartsaver CPR AED certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) preferred.ExperienceCompletion of an accredited dietetic internship required.Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesStrong verbal and written communication skills.Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities with sound clinical judgment.Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with interdisciplinary teams.Ability to educate, motivate, and build rapport with patients and families across all age groups.Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.Additional Job Details (if applicable)Remote TypeOnsiteWork Location1153 Centre StreetScheduled Weekly Hours0Employee TypePer DiemWork ShiftRotating (United States of America)Pay Range$28 - $38.70/HourlyGrade6At 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:2810 Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, 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.