Per Diem Registered Dietician

We are seeking an experienced dietician with head and neck cancer experience for a per diem position in our newly formed Head and Neck Cancer Survivorship Clinic. The successful applicant will have experience with the oncology population in general and head and neck cancer in particular. Additional job requirements include excellent and efficient patient communication skills and applicable enteral and non-enteral needs for this patient population. The position will require on site interaction with patients in a multidisciplinary setting only on Tuesdays. Per Diem Registered Dietician We are seeking an experienced dietician with head and neck cancer experience for a per diem position in our newly formed Head and Neck Cancer Survivorship Clinic. The successful applicant will have experience with the oncology population in general, and ideally head and neck cancer in particular. Additional job requirements include excellent and efficient patient communication skills and applicable enteral and non-enteral competencyfor this patient population. The position will require on site interaction with patients within a multidisciplinary setting only on Tuesdays. 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] Required

Heartsaver CPR AED Certification [CPR] preferred

Registered Dietitian [RD] Required

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.

Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary 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.