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Job Summary

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.

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 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.

 

Education

• Bachelor's Degree Clinical Dietitian required; Master's Degree preferred

• Heartsaver CPR AED Certification [CPR] preferred

• Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Licenses and Credentials

• Dietitian and Nutritionist [LDN state of Massachusetts] required

• Registered Dietitian [RD] or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist [RDN] required

Experience

• Completed Dietetic 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.

• Superlative oral and written communication

• Impeccable customer service skills

• Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Ability to multitask and change priorities to best meet patients’ and clients’ needs

• Poise to represent the MGH well externally via phone, written communications, and in person

• Strong knowledge of chronic diseases, especially hypertension, hypercholesterolemia, diabetes, and pre-metabolic syndrome. Expertise in fitness is a plus.

• Ability to effectively collaborate with Concierge Medicine & Executive Health clinical colleagues and schedulers by effectively evaluating and problem solving to facilitate the appropriate appointments

• Ability to guide, teach, and motivate clients in person as well virtually using video-based platform, if applicable

• Competent with Microsoft Office desktop applications; familiar with database management software. Knowledge with EPIC EMR is a plus.

 

Under the general supervision of the Administrative Director and dotted line to the Wellness Program Manager, this Dietitian is responsible for providing robust 60 minute appointments in all aspects of nutrition as it relates to Concierge Medicine and Executive Health, as well as supporting all wellness activities.  The Dietitian acts as the point of contact for patients, physicians, and support staff for all nutrition information providing exceptional, high-touch customer service and support.  The Dietitian is also expected to assist with wellness program growth through developing ideas, workshopping them with colleagues, and carrying them through to implementation.  

The ideal candidate is a Registered Dietitian who possesses high levels of emotional intelligence to meet a broad array of patients where they are. This position allows the Dietitian to work closely with practice leadership, the Concierge Medicine and Executive Health physicians, to provide longer and more in-depth appointments for each patient.  

Manages the comprehensive medical nutritional care of patients which includes providing nutrition assessment, development of nutrition care plans, diet modification, nutrition education, BIA body composition analysis, and all activities involved in the nutritional needs of the patient population.

Ability to contribute nutrition media articles and patient educational materials to the department's monthly Wellness Newsletter.

Experience: 1-2 years of medical nutrition therapy [MNT] counseling preferred

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%)

 

Onsite

 

50 Staniford Street

 

40

 

Regular

 

Day (United States of America)

 

Pay Range

$56,992.00 - $82,992.00/Annual

 

Grade

6

 

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