Dietitian / Nutritionist

Site: Wentworth-Douglass Hospital 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. Summary Manages the comprehensive medical nutritional care of patients which includes providing nutrition assessment, development of nutrition care plans, diet modification, nutrition education, and all activities involved in the nutritional needs of the patient population. Essential Functions Based on multiple criteria including assessment of nutritional needs, physician’s orders, clinical data, interdisciplinary health care plans, and standards of quality nutritional care that appropriately meet age, psychosocial and physical needs of patients, the Dietitian develops and implements nutrition plan of care for patients. Documentation of all nutrition related information including assessment, nutrition therapy recommendations and 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 for the education of patients on families 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. Performs other duties as assigned. Complies with all policies and standards. Does this position require Patient Care (indirect/direct)? Yes. Qualifications Education Bachelor’s Degree Clinical Dietitian required. Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No. Licenses and Credentials Dietitian and Nutritionist [State License] preferred. Heartsaver CPR AED Certification [CPR] preferred. Registered Dietitian [RD] preferred. Registered Dietitian Nutritionist [RDN] preferred. Experience Completed Internship. Knowledge, Skills & 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. 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%) Employment Details Remote Type: Onsite Work Location: 789 Central Avenue Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Employee Type: Regular Work Shift: Day (United States of America) Pay Range: $52,312.00 - $76,180.00/Annual Grade: 6 EEO Statement 1810 Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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