NICU Senior Dietitian - Per Diem

Mass General Brigham; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 68,000; Part time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham's Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston is seeking a per diem Dietitian to provide advanced clinical nutrition care across the continuum. You will conduct assessments, develop individualized plans, and educate patients while collaborating with physicians, nurses, and other professionals.

This role emphasizes leadership of dietitians, contribution to policies and programs, and serving as a clinical resource for complex nutrition needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Dietetics required or Master's Degree in Dietetics required.
• 3–5 years of clinical dietitian experience are preferred.
• Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential required and state license required.
• Experience working with diverse patient populations is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments considering medical history, status, dietary patterns, and goals.
• Develop and implement individualized nutrition care plans based on medical conditions and patient preferences.
• Monitor nutritional status and adjust plans to support health, recovery, and well-being.
• Provide clinical leadership and mentorship to dietitians and other nutrition professionals.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and therapists to integrate nutrition into treatment plans.
• Contribute to development of nutrition programs, policies, and evidence-based practices.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Patient education

Clinical judgment

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Dietetics

Master's Degree in Dietetics

Job description

Site: The Brigham and Women's 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 Summary

Provides advanced clinical nutrition expertise and comprehensive medical nutrition care to patients across the continuum of care. Responsibilities include conducting nutrition assessments, developing and implementing individualized nutrition care plans, providing dietary guidance and education, and supporting complex nutritional needs. The role also provides leadership and guidance to dietitians and nutrition professionals and contributes to the development of programs, policies, and practices that promote high-quality patient care.

Effective January 1, 2024, the minimum degree requirement for eligibility to take the registration examination for dietitians changed from a bachelor's degree to a graduate degree. All other didactic and supervised practice eligibility requirements remain unchanged. This degree requirement does not apply to Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDNs) who were credentialed prior to January 1, 2024.

Does this position require Patient Care?
Yes

Essential Functions

• Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments that consider medical history, clinical status, dietary patterns, nutritional needs, and individual goals.
• Develop and implement individualized nutrition care plans based on patients' medical conditions, nutritional needs, and preferences.
• Monitor patients' nutritional status and response to interventions, adjusting nutrition plans as appropriate to support health, recovery, and overall well-being.
• Provide clinical leadership, guidance, and mentorship to dietitians and other nutrition professionals, fostering collaboration and high standards of practice.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team to integrate nutrition care into overall treatment plans.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of nutrition programs, policies, protocols, and evidence-based practices that promote consistent, high-quality care.
• Serve as a clinical resource for complex nutrition-related needs and support the ongoing development of nutrition services and practice standards.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Dietetics required or Master's Degree in Dietetics required.
• Experience in lieu of a degree is not accepted.

Licenses and Credentials

• Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) required.
• Dietitian and Nutritionist state license required.

Experience

• 3–5 years of clinical dietitian experience working with diverse patient populations required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Effective critical thinking, evaluation, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team.
• Ability to educate, guide, and motivate patients across all age groups.
• Ability to apply clinical judgment and adapt nutrition interventions to meet diverse patient needs.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

75 Francis Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

0

Employee Type

Per Diem

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$34.13 - $49.63/Hourly

Grade

7At 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.

EEO Statement:

2200 The Brigham and Women's 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.

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