Outpatient Dietitian - Bariatric Surgery Clinic

The General Hospital Corporation; Salem (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham's Salem Hospital seeks an Outpatient Dietitian to manage comprehensive nutrition care for bariatric patients, including assessments, care planning, dietary modification, and education. The role supports preparing patients for surgery, helping establish sustainable nutrition habits, and guiding lifestyle changes within a multidisciplinary team.

The position is 20-28 hours per week with no weekend shifts; compensation will be prorated for part-time hours, and the role offers

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required or Master's Degree Related Field of Study required
• Completion of dietetic internship required
• Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) required
• CDCES preferred

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a nutrition plan of care for patients based on assessments and clinical data
• Document nutrition-related information including therapy recommendations and care plans
• Counsel, educate, and develop resources to educate patients and families on therapeutic diets
• Collaborate with food service staff to ensure meals and nutrition support meet modified diets

Skills

Good communication

Problem solving

Independent work

Spanish speaking (preferred)

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Related Field

Job description

Site: North Shore Medical Center, 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

Schedule - hours for this position are 20-28 hours per week, with flexibility based on candidate availability. No weekends.

Salary - annual rate listed is based on a full-time schedule. For this part-time, 28-hour-per-week position, compensation will be prorated accordingly.

Summary

Manages comprehensive medical nutritional care for patients, including nutrition assessment, development of nutrition care plans, dietary modification, nutrition education, and all activities related to the nutritional needs of the patient/client population.

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 the same. This change in degree requirement does not apply to RDNs credentialed prior to January 1, 2024.

Does this position require Patient Care?
Yes

Essential Functions

• Based on multiple criteria, including assessments of nutritional needs, physicians' orders, clinical data, interdisciplinary health care plans, and standards for quality nutritional care that appropriately meet patients' age, psychosocial, and physical needs, the Dietitian develops and implements a nutrition plan of care for patients.
• Documentation of all nutrition-related information, including assessment, nutrition therapy recommendations, 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 to educate patients, families, & caregivers 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.

Education

Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required or Master's Degree Related Field of Study required

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

Licenses and Credentials

Dietitian and Nutritionist [State License] - Generic - HR Only required Registered Dietitian [RD/RDN] - Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) required

CDCES preferred

Experience

Completion of dietetic internship required

Knowledge, Skills and 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.
• Spanish speaking preferred.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Help patients transform their health - and their lives! As an Outpatient Dietitian in Salem Hospital's Bariatric Surgery Clinic, you'll play an essential role in supporting patients throughout their bariatric care journey. Your expertise will help patients prepare for surgery, develop sustainable nutrition habits and build the knowledge and confidence needed for long-term success.

You will work closely with patients as they navigate changes in nutrition, lifestyle and overall health, providing individualized education, guidance and support at every stage of care.

This is more than a nutrition counseling role. It is an opportunity to establish meaningful relationships, empower patients and contribute to lasting improvements in their health and well-being.

At 20-28 hours per week, this position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while contributing to a collaborative, patient-centered bariatric care team at Salem Hospital.

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

81 Highland Avenue

Scheduled Weekly Hours

28

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$55,390.40 - $80,485.60/Annual

Grade

6

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 recognitio