Registered Dietitian II - PACE Elder Service Plan - 32 hours per week2 hours per week

Requisition Number: 10500

Pay Range: $25.87 - $38.99 per hour

Location: CHA East Cambridge Care Center

Work Days: Tues, Weds, Thurs, Fri

Category: Allied Health

Department: CHA PACE

Job Type: PT20Plus HPW

Work Shift: Day

Hours/Week: 32.00

Union Name: Non Union

About CHA PACE

Cambridge Health Alliance's Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) is a nationally recognized model of care that serves adults aged 55 and older living with chronic medical and/or mental health challenges.

At CHA PACE, our mission is to support our program participants in achieving the highest level of independence within their communities and preventing nursing home placement. Our high-functioning interdisciplinary team supports this goal by providing fully integrated medical and behavioral health services, community resources, and home-based care in a collaborative and supportive environment.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Registered Dietitian II to join our dynamic PACE interdisciplinary team. In this vital role, you will provide comprehensive nutritional assessments and develop individualized nutrition plans that support the overall health and wellness of our participants. The Registered Dietitian plays a key role in chronic disease management and works collaboratively with the care team to promote participant independence and safety in the community.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct nutritional assessments and develop tailored nutrition plans for PACE participants

• Provide nutrition counseling to support healthy eating habits and chronic disease management

• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to integrate nutritional care into each participant's overall plan of care

• Monitor and adjust nutrition plans based on clinical outcomes and participant needs

• Participate in team meetings and contribute to holistic care planning

• Provide home-based visits as needed to support participant goals and safety

Qualifications

• Master's of Science from an accredited institution

• Valid Massachusetts R.D. license

• 1 year experience in geriatrics required; 1 year experience in clinical or community nutrition preferred

• 1-2 years in ambulatory setting strongly preferred

• Ability to transport between sites

• Computer literacy; Epic experience preferred

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Cambridge Health Alliance brings Care to the People - including your neighbors, friends and family. Our local hospitals and care centers serve our vibrant, diverse communities, and play an integral role in improving health. As passionate advocates for the underserved, we actively partner with our communities to take on challenging public health issues, and conduct important research to help reduce barriers to care. We believe that everyone deserves access to high quality, convenient health care. This is why our employees believe in where they work and why many build long, rewarding careers at CHA.

Healthcare is changing rapidly. CHA has a strategic plan that charts a proactive course for our future. It is built on a vision of equity and excellence for everyone, every time. It also recognizes that our workforce is our most valuable asset and prioritizes competitive salaries, benefits and professional development opportunities for employees. The strategic plan is changing the way we provide care and improving the health and experience of our patients; we are looking for smart, committed, compassionate people who want to be part of making our vision of better health and equity a reality.

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