Dietitian / Senior Clinical Dietitian
 Brigham and Women's Hospital | |
 United States, Massachusetts, Boston | |
| 15 Francis Street (Show on map) | |
 Mar 05, 2026 | |
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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 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. Required for All Jobs 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 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 Dietitican 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. Senior Clinical Dietitian Responsible for designing and implementing a plan of nutritional care for specialized populations, based on identification and assessment of a patient's nutritional needs, correlated with other health plans. Requires strong interpersonal and interviewing skills for competence in both clinical and managerial areas. Requires leadership in a variety of settings and formal and informal teaching to medical students, house staff, nurses and allied health personnel. Serves as resource person in area of specialization for the hospital and community. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Clinical Responsibilities
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Administrative Responsibilities: 1. Maintains current information on new products and nutrition related product changes and provides meaningful interpretation to physicians, nurses and other health care providers. Assesses nutritional composition and clinical efficacy of products. 2. Maintains food service safety and sanitation standards within established guidelines. 3.Helps controls inventory of nutrition supplements and tube feedings on unit within budgetary goals. 4. Participates in quality improvement projects as requested Educational Responsibilities: 1. Plans, conducts, supervises, and evaluates the educational experiences of Dietetic Interns for area of specialization. 2.Conducts individual and group classes, both formal and informal, for students and professional personnel, both intra and inter-departmentally. 3. Serves as a mentor to less experiences staff and fosters team work to promote cooperation and support for patient care activities. 4. Educates health care professionals as to the goals of and methods for the provision of specialized nutritional care to high-risk patient populations. 5. Develops and presents group education classes, in specialized areas to hospital staff, professional organizations, and the community at large. QUALIFICATIONS Registered, Licensed Dietitian Two to three years experience Certified Nutrition Support Clinician (CNSC) preferred on appointment, Must be CNSC within 6 months of employment/promotion SKILLS/ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED 1. In-depth knowledge of metabolism and nutrition in relation to specialized area of patient care. 2. Advanced knowledge of food chemistry and macro, micro-nutrient composition for successful alteration of dietary program in a highly specialized population. 3.Knowledge of food production and service systems in relation to safe, nutritious food products for patients. 4.Basic management and personnel skills for interaction with a diverse group of people in the work setting (including physicians, nurses, and other allied health professionals, managers, and supportive personnel). 5.High level of analytical abilities to interpret laboratory data, to identify and plan individual nutritional programs and to discriminate new product claims and their physiologic effect. 6.High level of interpersonal skills necessary to provide counseling in specialization to patients and their families on nutrition related problems. 7.Leadership abilities to conduct programs within the hospital and the community 8.Ability to work in a changing environment. 9.Three to six months of orientation to acquire necessary familiarity with Department and Hospital policies and procedures. The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. 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. | |