Registered Dietitian

Element Care; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

Element Care in Lowell, MA seeks a Registered Dietitian to join the PACE Interdisciplinary Team. You will provide nutrition education and assessments, contributing to care plans that align with the PACE model of care and the mission to help frail elders remain safely in the community.

Responsibilities include nutrition assessments, care planning, coordination with the team, and home visits as needed. Requires active RD credentials and MA licensure with at least two years in community or

Qualifications

• Master of Science Degree in Nutrition preferred.
• Registered Dietitian through CDR and current MA licensure required.

Responsibilities

• Assess participants’ nutritional status at enrollment and annually.
• Share participant information with Interdisciplinary Team.
• Plan for dietary supplements for high-risk participants.
• Document observations and changes for ADH staff clinicians.
• Participate in family meetings and case conferences.
• Provide follow-up treatment and teaching.
• Conduct home visits as requested.
• Interact professionally with participants and families.

Skills

Clear communication

Independent leadership

Team collaboration

Education

MS in Nutrition (preferred)

Registered Dietitian (CDR) + MA licensure

Job description

Salary Range: $79,000.00 To $91,000.00 Annually

The Registered Dietitian serves as a member of the PACE Interdisciplinary Team. This individual works under the direction of the Nutrition Coordinator and the Site Coordinator. The Registered Dietitian provides nutrition education and assessments to the PACE participants. He/she participates as a member of the IDT in the planning, implementation and evaluation of care plans that meet the objectives, standards and policies of the PACE model of care. The Registered Dietitian works in tandem with the Team to achieve the PACE Mission of assisting frail elders to remain living in the community for as long as they can do so safely.

Essential Functions:

1.Assesses the participants’ nutritional status at the time of enrollment, annually thereafter, and as needed.

2.Shares relevant participant related information with the Interdisciplinary Team.

3.Helps with planning for dietary supplements for high risk participants.

4.Reports observations and participant changes, including but not limited to behavioral changes, to the ADH staff clinicians.

5.Participates in family meetings / case conferences, as needed.

6.Provides follow-up treatment and teaching, as needed.

7.Makes home visits, as requested.

8.Interacts with participants and caregivers / families in a professional and courteous manner.

9.Interacts with other providers and community professionals in a courteous and professional manner.

10.Responsible for the maintenance of appropriate records and documentation in a timely manner.

11. Ability to pass a fit test. Position requires mask where seal is critical. Incumbent is required to not have facial hair that interferes with a tight seal of the respirator.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Participates in Quality Improvement projects and assessments, as needed.
• Participates in Element Care Committees, as required, and communicates relative information, as necessary.
• Completes the required annual Health Stream trainings in a timely manner.
• Adheres to all policies and procedures and supports the Primary Vision Statement.
• Adheres to the confidentiality policy of Element Care including HIPAA guidelines pertaining to the release of participant information.
• Flexible to perform other related jobs, as is reasonable.

EDUCATION / LICENSURES / CERTIFICATIONS

1.Master of Science Degree in Nutrition (preferred)

2. Registered Dietitian through CDR and possess current state licensure in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

EXPERIENCE

1.Two (2) years of experience working in a community setting.

2. One (1) year of experience working with the geriatric population.

REQUIRED SKILLS

1.Ability to convey information clearly and succinctly with all employees, so that relevant information is communicated appropriately and in a timely manner.

2.Ability to lead independently and to be able to work well with others.

3.Ability to work within a team concept and to be considerate of co-workers and colleagues.

PREFERRED SKILLS

1. Ability to pay attention to detail, to be a self-starter, and to be able to complete tasks on time.

2. Ability to be able to quickly recognize situations/problems before they become acute, and to be able to implement effective solutions and understand consequences.

COVID vaccinated preferred.

Element Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.

Element Care is committed to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment.