Outpatient Dietitian - Bariatric Surgery Clinic

Partner's Healthcare; Salem (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking an Outpatient Dietitian for Salem Hospital Bariatric Surgery Clinic. You will manage comprehensive nutrition care, assess needs, develop care plans, and provide education to patients and families.

Collaboration with food service ensures meals meet modified diets; the role supports patients during the bariatric care journey. Requires a dietetics internship, RD/RDN certification, and eligibility for state licensure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field required
• RD/RDN certification required by CDR
• CDCES preferred
• Completion of dietetic internship required

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a nutrition plan of care for patients.
• Document nutrition-related information including assessments, care plans, and discharge planning.
• Counsel, educate, and develop resources for patients, families, & caregivers on prescribed therapeutic diets.
• Partner with food service staff to ensure meals and nutrition support meet prescribed diets.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Problem solving

Spanish language

Education

Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study

Master's Degree Related Field of Study

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.

Job Summary Schedule - 28 hours per week, 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.

SummaryManages 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.

Qualifications

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 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

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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.

EEO Statement

3200 North Shore Medical Center, 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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