Clinical Dietitian

About the role

Under the general supervision of the department leadership, the Registered Dietitian (RD) practices within the Academy of Nutrition Dietetics' Scope of Practice in Nutrition Care and Scope of Professional Performance, the MA Statutes and Regulations (Dietitians and Nutritionists) and demonstrates Baystate Health's core values. The RD reflects the knowledge and skills necessary to provide expected standards of care based on physical, psychosocial, cultural, educational, spiritual, safety, and age-appropriate considerations of patients. The RD assumes responsibility for the patient's nutrition plan of care and is held accountable for decisions specific to the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the nutrition plan of care. The RD provides care directly to patients and collaborates with other healthcare team members. The RD participates in committees and/or PI initiatives. The RD seeks to improve knowledge and skill, completes requisite continuing education to meet Clinical Ladder requirements, and complies with all regulations and standards of regulatory and accrediting bodies. RD is in good standing with the Commission on Dietetic Registration and Licensure Board of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Job Responsibilities: 1) Demonstrates organizational skills that maintain safe delivery of the standard of care for assigned patients/families. Manages own assignment by delegating effectively based on patient needs and abilities of team members when indicated. 2) Conducts accurate age-appropriate clinical assessments; identifies and prioritizes nutrition diagnosis; leverag

Requirements

• Registered Dietitian- Commission on Dietetic Registration (required)
• Licensed Dietitian- Commonwealth of MA (required)
• Education: BS in Nutrition or related subject (required) and Masters preferred (Masters required for all those registered 2024 and after)
• 1-2 years of experience preferred
• THE ADVANTAGES OF WORKING WITH BAYSTATE!
• Excellent Compensation High-quality, low-cost medical, dental and vision insurance
• Generous PTO - up to 25 days in the first year, with scheduled earned increases
• Continuing education support and reimbursement
• First Time Home Buyers Financial Packages
• Farm Share Memberships
• 403b retirement company match & annual company contribution increase based on years of service
• Free money coach advice from a certified professional
• Wellbeing programs that include but are not limited to mental, physical, and financial health
• Pet, home, auto and personal insurance
• Life insurance
• Reimbursement for a variety of wellbeing activities, included but limited to gym membership and equipment, personal trainer, massage and so much more!
• OUR COMPENSATION PHILOSOPHY

Benefits

Additional Information

Baystate Health, a nationally recognized leader in healthcare quality and home to Baystate Medical Center, western Massachusetts' only academic medical center, level 1 trauma center and pediatric hospital is looking for a registered dietitian to join our inpatient team in Springfield, MA. At Baystate Health, Registered Dietitians are respected for their high caliber clinical expertise and are valued as an integral part of the interdisciplinary care team. Baystate provides many opportunities for growth and learning for both adult and pediatric care, and within inpatient and outpatient care settings. The Clinical Nutrition department promotes staff development and fosters professional growth while providing exceptional care for all those in the community who need us. Clinical Nutrition Department: Reports to Clinical Nutrition Manager for Baystate Healthcare System Join a large, supportive community of dietitians dedicated to elevating clinical nutrition care through evidenced based medical nutrition therapy and a hands-on clinical approach Opportunities in both adult and pediatric service lines Our respected registered dietitians have been granted broad order writing privileges SCHEDULE: 40 hours; eight hour day shift, start time varies between 6-10am Includes weekday, weekend, and holiday coverage LOCATION : Baystate Medical Center Springfield, MA

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