Dietitian / Nutritionist - Concierge Medicine & Executive Health
Dietitian / Nutritionist - Concierge Medicine & Executive Health
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Job Description
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
SummaryManages 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 physicians 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
Bachelors Degree Clinical Dietitian required; Masters 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.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
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 departments 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%)
Remote Type
Work Location
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
Pay Range
$56992.00 - $82992.00/AnnualGrade
6EEO Statement:
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham our competency framework defines what effective leadership looks like by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance make hiring decisions identify development needs mobilize employees across our system and establish a strong talent pipeline.
Employment Type
Full-Time
