Pediatric Registered Dietitian II (Per Diem)

Position Summary
The Nutrition Center at Boston Children's Hospital is dedicated to providing infants, children, adolescents, and young adults with comprehensive nutrition assessments-an essential component of individualized care plans for a wide range of conditions. This per diem Pediatric Registered Dietitian will provide basic nutritional care to patients on assigned inpatient units. The role involves evaluating medical, biochemical, and nutritional information to assess patient needs and develop appropriate nutrition care plans. The dietitian will also assist in supervising the daily work of the dietetic technician.

The position is scheduled on an as-needed basis. Ideally, we are looking for someone who is available to work 2-3 shifts per week, with coverage needs typically on Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays.

This role also participates in the weekend rotation, which generally includes approximately 6-8 weekends per year, though the number of weekends could be more or less depending on departmental needs and staffing coverage.

During the training period, the selected candidate will be required to work 3 consecutive days per week for approximately 3 months, though the timeline may be extended depending on individual training needs and progression. Ideally, we would prefer someone who is available to work up to 5 days per week during training in order to become fully trained and independent sooner; however, a minimum availability of 3 days per week during training is preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide basic nutritional care to patients on assigned inpatient units.
• Evaluate medical, biochemical, and nutritional information to assess patient needs.
• Develop and implement appropriate nutrition care plans.
• Assist in supervising the daily work of the dietetic technician.

Minimum Qualifications:
Education:

• A Bachelor's degree in Nutrition & Dietetics

• 3+ years of progressive experience in Dietetics with at least 2 years in pediatric nutrition

• Registration by Commission on Dietetic Registration, the Credentialing agency of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, as a Registered Dietitian
• Licensure by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts as a licensed Dietitian.

The posted pay range is Boston Children's reasonable and good-faith expectation for this pay at the time of posting.

Any base pay offer provided depends on skills, experience, education, certifications, and a variety of other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of a comprehensive benefits package that includes flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.