Registered Dietitian

Mass General Brigham; Boston (MA); Remote; USD 58,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking a Dietitian to provide individualized medical nutrition care, assess needs, develop care plans, educate patients, and collaborate with the care team. A RDN credential and licensure are required, with remote work options and an onsite location at 32 Fruit Street in Boston.

The role emphasizes documentation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and contribution to positive patient outcomes, with a focus on nutrition education and diet modification guidance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's in a related field is required.
• RD/RDN credential required; state licensure in Dietetics and Nutrition.
• Completion of a dietetic internship required.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients’ nutritional needs using clinical data and orders.
• Develop and implement individualized nutrition care plans.
• Maintain accurate documentation of assessments and care plans.
• Provide nutrition counseling and education to patients and families.
• Collaborate with food service to coordinate meals and supplements.

Skills

Communication skills

Assessment skills

Independent work

Patient education

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in nutrition or related field

Job description

Site: Massachusetts General Physicians Organization, 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

The Dietitian provides individualized medical nutrition care to support patients’ health and nutritional needs. Responsibilities include conducting nutrition assessments, developing and implementing nutrition care plans, recommending dietary modifications, providing nutrition education, and collaborating with the interdisciplinary care team to support positive patient outcomes. Effective January 1, 2024, a graduate degree became the minimum educational requirement for eligibility to take the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) registration examination. All other didactic coursework and supervised practice eligibility requirements remain unchanged. This requirement does not apply to RDNs who earned their credentials before January 1, 2024.

Essential Functions

Does this position require patient care? Yes

• Assess patients' nutritional needs using clinical data, physician orders, interdisciplinary care plans, and established standards of nutrition care.
• Develop and implement individualized nutrition care plans that address each patient's age, physical needs, and psychosocial considerations.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of nutrition assessments, recommendations, care plans, follow-up evaluations, dietary consultations, discharge planning, clinical activities, and other relevant patient care information.
• Provide nutrition counseling and education to patients, families, and caregivers regarding prescribed therapeutic diets. Develop and share educational resources to support understanding and adherence to nutrition recommendations.
• Collaborate with food service staff to coordinate appropriate meals, nutritional supplements, and nutrition support. Review patient menu selections to help ensure alignment with prescribed dietary modifications.

Qualifications

Education Bachelor's degree or master's degree in a related field required. Equivalent work experience cannot be substituted for the required degree.

Licenses and Credentials

Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) required. State License in Dietetics and Nutrition required. Completion of a dietetic internship required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to assess situations, identify challenges, and develop effective solutions.
• Ability to work independently and manage responsibilities effectively.
• Ability to educate, guide, and motivate patients across all age groups.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

• Remote Type Remote Work
• Location 32 Fruit Street
• Scheduled Weekly Hours 8
• Employee Type Regular Work Shift Day (United States of America)
• Pay Range $58,240 - $84,656.00/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 recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

EEO Statement

1300 Massachusetts General Physicians Organization, 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 Veterans 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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