NICU Senior Dietitian - Per Diem

2200 The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 68,000; Part time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking an experienced Dietitian to provide advanced clinical nutrition care across the patient continuum, including assessments, developing care plans, and educating patients. The role also offers leadership and mentorship to dietitians and contributes to program development.

The position is onsite at 75 Francis Street with per diem hours, and follows updated degree requirements for eligibility to sit the RD/RDN exam.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Dietetics required or Master's Degree in Dietetics required.
• Experience in lieu of a degree is not accepted.
• 3-5 years of clinical dietitian experience working with diverse patient populations required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments and develop care plans.
• Provide dietary guidance and education to patients.
• Monitor nutritional status and adjust plans.
• Offer clinical leadership and mentorship to dietitians.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary care team.
• Contribute to nutrition program development and standards.
• Serve as a clinical resource for complex nutrition needs.

Skills

Communication

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Patient education

Clinical judgment

Education

Bachelor's in Clinical Dietetics

Master's 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.

Responsibilities

Include conducting nutrition assessments, developing and implementing individualized nutrition care plans, providing dietary guidance and education, and supporting complex nutritional needs.

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.

Qualifications

Education

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

Experience

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

Licenses and Credentials

• Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) required.
• Dietitian and Nutritionist state license 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 7

EEO Statement

At 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.

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