Outpatient Dietitian - Bariatric Surgery Clinic
Mass General Brigham
Summary
Manages comprehensive medical nutritional care for patients, including nutrition assessment, development of nutrition care plans, dietary modification, nutrition education, and all activities related to the nutritional needs of the patient/client population.
Job description
Essential Functions
- Based on multiple criteria, including assessments of nutritional needs, physicians' orders, clinical data, interdisciplinary health care plans, and standards for quality nutritional care that appropriately meet patients' age, psychosocial, and physical needs, the Dietitian develops and implements a nutrition plan of care for patients.
- Documentation of all nutrition-related information, including assessment, nutrition therapy recommendations, 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 to educate patients, families, & caregivers 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.
Help patients transform their health - and their lives! As an Outpatient Dietitian in Salem Hospital's Bariatric Surgery Clinic, you'll play an essential role in supporting patients throughout their bariatric care journey. Your expertise will help patients prepare for surgery, develop sustainable nutrition habits and build the knowledge and confidence needed for long-term success. You will work closely with patients as they navigate changes in nutrition, lifestyle and overall health, providing individualized education, guidance and support at every stage of care.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Related Field of Study required or Master's Degree in Related Field of Study required
- Dietitian and Nutritionist [State License] required
- Registered Dietitian [RD/RDN] - Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) required
- Completion of dietetic internship required
- Good communication skills
- Ability to effectively evaluate and problem solve
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to guide, teach, and motivate all patient age populations
- Spanish speaking preferred
- CDCES preferred
Benefits
- Competitive base pay
- Career advancement opportunities
- Recognition programs
- Professional growth support
- Differentials, premiums and bonuses
Company overview
Mass General Brigham is one of the largest integrated healthcare delivery systems in the United States, formed through the merger of Massachusetts General Hospital and Brigham and Women's Hospital. Based in Boston, Massachusetts, this academic medical center system operates multiple hospitals, specialty facilities, and community health centers throughout New England. The organization is renowned for its world-class patient care, cutting-edge medical research, and comprehensive medical education programs. As a teaching affiliate of Harvard Medical School, Mass General Brigham trains the next generation of healthcare professionals while advancing medical science through groundbreaking research initiatives. The system provides a full continuum of healthcare services, from primary care and preventive medicine to complex specialty treatments and emergency services. With a focus on innovation and patient-centered care, Mass General Brigham consistently ranks among the top hospital systems in the nation for clinical excellence and research output.