Nutrition Technician I

McLean Hospital; Belmont (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The McLean Hospital Nutrition Technician supports the Dietitian in providing nutrition services to a broad patient population. This role helps ensure patients receive appropriate meals, between-meal nourishments, and any special formulas needed to meet individual nutrition plans.

This onsite position requires direct interaction with patients as part of the nutrition care process. High School Diploma or Equivalent is required, and Dietetic Technician, Registered credentials are preferred.

Qualifications

• Dietetic technician experience with multiple patient populations (1–2 years) preferred.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent required or Associate's Degree Dietetics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Dietitian in assessing patients' nutritional needs.
• Meet with patients to understand food preferences, allergies, and nutritional status.
• Monitor patient intake through calorie counts, documentation of food consumed, meal rounds, and review of diet restrictions.
• Maintain accurate and timely nutrition-related records to support patient care and departmental processes.

Skills

Communication

Service mindset

Attention to detail

Computer proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate's Degree Dietetics preferred

Job description

Site: The McLean 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

The Nutrition Technician supports the Dietitian in providing nutrition services to a broad patient population. This includes helping ensure each patient receives appropriate meals, between-meal nourishments, and any special formulas required to meet their individual needs.

This is a patient-facing role with the opportunity to contribute directly to patient care, comfort, and overall wellness through thoughtful nutrition support. The position requires direct interaction with patients as part of the nutrition care process.

Essential Functions

• -Assist the Dietitian in assessing patients' nutritional needs.
• Meet with patients to understand food preferences, allergies, and nutritional status.
• - Monitor patient intake through calorie counts, documentation of food consumed, meal rounds, and review of diet restrictions.
• -Maintain accurate and timely nutrition-related records to support patient care and departmental processes.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent required or Associate's Degree Dietetics preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

No

Licenses and Credentials

Dietetic Technician, Registered [DTR/NDTR] - Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) preferred

Experience

Dietetic technician experience with multiple patient populations 1-2 years preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Good communication skills.
• High level of service delivery.
• Attention to detail.
• Computer proficiency.

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

115 Mill Street

Pay Range

$19.42 - $26.58/Hourly

Grade

3At Mass