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Massachusetts General Hospital

Dietitian, Nutritionist

Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298

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Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.

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The nutritionist will work on Dr. Voinescu's research project to help implement low-glycemic diet in 10 pregnant patients.

Job 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 criterion 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 and 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

Licenses and Credentials

Dietitian and Nutritionist [State License] preferred

Heartsaver CPR AED Certification [CPR] preferred

Registered Dietitian [RD] preferred

Registered Dietitián 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.

Remote Type Hybrid

Work Location 60 Fenwood Road

Scheduled Weekly Hours 0

Employee Type Per Diem

Work Shift Day (United States of America)

Pay Range $56,992.00 - $82,992.00/Annual

Grade 6

EEO Statement The Brigham and Women's Hospital, 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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