What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Dietitian | Community Health | Boston position at Whittier Street Health Center?
Compensation & Benefits Include:
- $74,880–$86,320 annually
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Employer-funded pension & life insurance
- 403(b) retirement plan
- Paid time off, paid holidays, and bereavement leave
- Professional development opportunities
The Opportunity:
Whittier Street Health Center is seeking a full-time Registered Dietitian (RD) to provide comprehensive medical nutrition therapy and patient-centered education to support the prevention and management of chronic diseases. You will work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary care team while advancing our mission to deliver equitable, high-quality care to Boston’s diverse communities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide medical nutrition therapy (MNT) including assessment, diagnosis, intervention, and monitoring
- Conduct individualized nutrition assessments (dietary intake, labs, anthropometrics, social factors)
- Develop and implement care plans for chronic conditions such as diabetes, obesity, and cardiovascular disease
- Deliver one-on-one counseling and facilitate group education sessions
- Collaborate with providers and care teams to support coordinated patient care
- Develop culturally appropriate nutrition education and outreach programs
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and community health programming
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or a related field from an accredited program
- Active Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration
- Current Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist (LDN) in Massachusetts (or eligibility to obtain prior to start date)
- 1–3 years of clinical nutrition experience (community health or outpatient preferred)
- Strong knowledge of medical nutrition therapy and chronic disease management
- Experience with Nutrition Care Process (assessment, diagnosis, intervention, monitoring)
- Proficiency with EHR systems and Microsoft Office
- Ability to work effectively with diverse populations and interdisciplinary teams
Join Our Team!
Whittier Street Health Center is dedicated to advancing health equity and delivering high-quality, culturally responsive care. We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive workplace where every team member contributes to improving the health and well-being of our community. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you.
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Pay: $74,880.00 - $86,320.00 per year
Benefits:
- AD&D insurance
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you hold an active Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential?
- Do you currently hold a Massachusetts Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist (LDN)?
- How many years of experience do you have providing medical nutrition therapy (MNT)?
- Do you have experience managing patients with chronic conditions (e.g., diabetes, obesity, cardiovascular disease)?
Ability to Commute:
- Boston, MA 02120 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Benefits:
Health Insurance, Vacation & Paid Time OffSalary : $74,880 - $86,320