Nutrition Information Coordinator- 20 hours per week

Massachusetts General Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
273 Charles Street (Show on map)
Feb 19, 2025
Summary Responsible to assist the Dietitian in the provision of nutrition services to broad patient population. This includes appropriate meals, between meal nourishments, and special formulas required by each individual patient. Essential Functions Provides nutrition assessment of patients Provides diet counseling to patients which includes education, discharge information, tracking, menu selection, etc. Assesses patient calorie counts, % of food consumed by patient, conducts meal round, diet restriction monitoring, etc. Maintains pertinent records 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 High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred Associate's Degree Dietetics preferred Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Dietetic Technician, Registered [DTR] preferred Experience dietician experience with multiple patient populations 1-2 years preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Good communication skills. High level of service delivery. Attention to detail. Computer proficiency. 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%) The General Hospital Corporation 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.