Dietitian / Nutritionist

Mass General Brigham; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking a Dietitian to manage the nutritional care of patients. This role involves developing nutrition care plans, educating patients, and working with food services to meet dietary needs. Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree, relevant licenses, and have a preferred experience in clinical dietetics, especially with pediatrics.

Qualifications

• Dietitian and Nutritionist [LDN state of Massachusetts] required.
• Heartsaver CPR AED Certification [CPR] preferred.
• Registered Dietitian [RD] required.

Responsibilities

• Manage comprehensive medical nutritional care of patients.
• Develop and implement nutrition care plans based on assessments.
• Educate patients and families on therapeutic diets.

Skills

Good communication skills.

Ability to effectively evaluate and problem solve.

Ability to work independently.

Ability to guide, teach, and motivate all patient age populations.

Education

Bachelor's Degree Clinical Dietitian required

Job description

Site: The General Hospital Corporation

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 Summary

Summary
Manages the comprehensive medical nutritional care of patients which includes providing nutrition assessment, development of nutrition care plans, diet modification, nutrition education, and all activities involved in the nutritional needs of the patient population.

Essential Functions
Based on multiple criterion including assessment of nutritional needs, physician's orders, clinical data, interdisciplinary health care plans, and standards of quality nutritional care that appropriately meet age, psychosocial and physical needs of patients, the Dietitian develops and implements nutrition plan of care for patients.

Documentation of all nutrition related information including assessment, nutrition therapy recommendations and care plan, follow up data and changes, diet consultation results, discharge planning, daily clinical activities, and other related orders and pertinent information.

Counsel, educate, and develop resources and materials for the education of patients on families on prescribed therapeutic diets.

Partner with food service staff to ensure meals, supplements, and nutrition support is provided; review patients' menu selections to monitor compliance with modified diets.


Required for All Jobs
Performs other duties as assigned

Complies with all policies and standards

Does this position require Patient Care (indirect/direct)? Yes

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's Degree Clinical Dietitian required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Licenses and Credentials

Dietitian and Nutritionist [LDN state of Massachusetts] required

Heartsaver CPR AED Certification [CPR] preferred

Registered Dietitian [RD] required


Experience

Completed Internship with verification statement.

Preferred > 1 year clinical dietitian experience

Preferred Pediatric Experience

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Good communication skills.

Ability to effectively evaluate and problem solve.

Ability to work independently.

Ability to guide, teach, and motivate all patient age populations.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Physical Requirements

Standing Frequently (34-66%)
Walking Frequently (34-66%)
Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
Pushing 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%)

Pediatric experience preferred

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

273 Charles Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

EEO Statement:

The General Hospital Corporation 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 Framework

At 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.