Nutrition Technician

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 Position: Klarman Eating Disorder Residential Unit Nutrition Technician Summary: Responsible for assisting the Dietitian in the provision of nutrition services to a broad patient population. This includes appropriate meals, between-meal nourishments, and special formulas required by each individual patient. Does this position require Patient Care? Yes Essential Functions Assists dietitian in the assessment of nutritional needs. Interview patients to identify food preferences, allergies, and nutritional status. Assesses patient calorie counts, percentage of food consumed by the patient, conducts meal rounds, diet restriction monitoring, etc. Maintains pertinent records. Qualifications Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent required; Associate’s Degree in 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. Physical Requirements Standing Frequently (34‑66%) Walking Frequently (34‑66%) Sitting Occasionally (3‑33%) Lifting Frequently (34‑66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device) Carrying Frequently (34‑66%) 20lbs - 35lbs Pushing Occasionally (3‑33%) Pulling Occasionally (3‑33%) Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%) Balancing Frequently (34‑66%) Stooping Occasionally (3‑33%) Kneeling Occasionally (3‑33%) Crouching Occasionally (3‑33%) Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%) Reaching Frequently (34‑66%) Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34‑66%) Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34‑66%) Feeling Constantly (67‑100%) Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) Vision - Far Constantly (67‑100%) Vision - Near Constantly (67‑100%) Talking Constantly (67‑100%) Hearing Constantly (67‑100%) Remote Type: Onsite Work Location: 115 Mill Street Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Employee Type: Regular Work Shift: Day (United States of America) Pay Range: $18.58 - $26.58/Hourly Grade: 3 EEO Statement: 1600 The McLean Hospital Corporation 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr