Job Description

Provide high quality Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT), consultation, and training to other clinical staff and nutrition education and outreach to the Harvard community. Assess patient nutritional needs, learning styles, abilities and constraints and develop, implement, and evaluate nutritional care plans, including appropriate follow-up and referral, nutrition counseling, and education and quality improvement efforts.

• Assesses individual’s nutritional status and needs using skills of history taking, medical record/summary review, assessment, interpersonal communication, and input from other clinicians.
• Assesses learning style, readiness or barriers of learning and/or implementing change, psychological wellbeing, and support systems.
• Develops and implements plans for medical nutrition therapy (MNT) and acute and chronic conditions that are consistent with best practices.
• Consults with referring physician, nurse, supervising RD, or other practitioners as needed.
• Supports the primary care model.
• Documents all care, including response (patient progress and outcomes) to nutrition intervention, in concise, complete, and timely manner.
• Provides Nutrition Education and outreach to Nutrition Community.
• In collaboration with the CCD, develops, tests, evaluates and updates nutrition education materials including HUHS web site for content
• Works with CCD, the CWHC staff, and other Harvard University staff such as the Department of Athletics, NSC, and ECHO to identify program’s needs; participates in program development, implementation, and evaluation as determined by HUHS

Provides Nutrition Care in a clinical standard to all ages seen within HUHS:

• Sets age-appropriate nutrition/eating and exercise/lifestyle goals (nutrient levels for growth, exercise, and/or disease prevention/management).
• dentifies potential health risks and prevention strategies.
• Accesses and acknowledges potential barriers (e.g., time, motivation, competing priorities), level of support for implementing behavior change, and perceived self-efficacy.
• Screens for at-risk behaviors (e.g., eating disorders, fad diets, alcohol).

Approach:

• Explains counseling/education process and goals using appropriate terminology.
• Tailors resources to age.
• Assesses learning needs (builds on current knowledge base) and style and tailors information and resources accordingly.

COMPLIANCE:

• Adheres to the expectations and professional responsibilities of the department.
• Employs the standards, practices, and procedures of the department.
• Completes and complies with HUHS training requirements including HIPAA Privacy and Security.
• Reports non-compliance incidents to the supervisor, manager, and/or Compliance Officer.

Physical Requirements:
All Harvard University Health Services (HUHS) staff and staff affiliates are considered Health Care Workers and, as a condition of employment, must provide documentation of the following:

• Letter of good health from your health care provider.
• TB skin test or blood test (IGRA -T-Spot or QuantiFERON) within the past 1 month or, if known test positive, documentation of previous chest x-ray, and information about any past treatment.
• Documentation of immunity (i.e., positive antibody titers) for Measles, Mumps, Rubella, and Varicella.
• Proof of appropriate past immunization for Measles, Mumps, Rubella, and Varicella.
• Hepatitis B vaccine series – required for staff with possible exposure to bloodborne pathogens.
• A current flu vaccine (this season).

The required medical documentation/medical clearances can often be obtained by contacting your Pediatrician, PCP, medical provider. Titers, TB Skin testing can be performed by appointment at Occupational Health facilities.

HUHS continues to place the highest priority on the health, safety and wellbeing of its faculty, staff and students, as well as the wider community. Being up to date with annual flu vaccination and other required medical vaccinations and documentation are required as a condition of employment at HUHS. You may claim exemption from the vaccine requirements for medical or religious reasons.

• Sitting using near vision use for reading and computer use for extended periods of time
• Lifting (approximately 20 to 30 pounds), bending, and other physical exertion

Working Conditions:

• Hybrid

Qualifications

Candidates MUST meet the following basic qualifications to be considered for this role:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required
• Minimum of 3 years’ relevant work experience

Additional Qualifications and Skills:

• American Dietetic Association registration and Massachusetts license. Medicare provider.
• Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in nutrition from an accredited college or university resulting in comprehensive knowledge of the science of nutrition and its relation to the human body.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in medical nutrition therapy, including acute care and outpatient nutrition counseling.
• Demonstrated skills in assessment, counseling, and education/training.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work well with diverse population and clinical staff.
• Knowledge of/experience with Microsoft Office, intermediate Excel skills, electronic scheduler, and electronic medical record. Compliance with JCAHO, DPH, HIPAA and Medicare standards.
• Ability to convey nutritional concepts to individuals of varying ages and cultural backgrounds
• Communication skills (both written and verbal)

Certificates and Licenses:

• American Dietic Association Registration
• Current Massachusetts Dietician license

Additional Information

• Standard Hours/Schedule: 28 hours per week
• Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position
• Pre-Employment Screening: Criminal, Education, Identity, License/Cert. Harvard University requires a pre-employment reference and background screening.
• Other Information:
  • This position has a 90-day orientation and review period.
  • This is a benefits-eligible, 6-month term position

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Work Format Details

This is a position that is based at a Harvard campus location with some remote work options available. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. All remote work must be performed within one of the Harvard Registered Payroll States, which currently includes Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Virginia, Washington, and California (CA for exempt positions only). Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.

Salary Grade and Ranges

This position is salary grade level 056. Please visit Harvard's Salary Ranges to view the corresponding salary range and related information.

Benefits

Harvard offers a comprehensive benefits package that is designed to support a healthy work-life balance and your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Because here, you are what matters. Our benefits include, but are not limited to:

• Generous paid time off including parental leave
• Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one
• Retirement plans with university contributions
• Wellbeing and mental health resources
• Support for families and caregivers
• Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement
• Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks

Learn more about these and additional benefits on our Benefits & Wellbeing Page.

EEO/Non-Discrimination Commitment Statement

Harvard University is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination. We seek talent from all parts of society and the world, and we strive to ensure everyone at Harvard thrives. Our differences help our community advance Harvard’s academic purposes.

Harvard has an equal employment opportunity policy that outlines our commitment to prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, sex, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or identified in the university’s non-discrimination policy. Harvard’s equal employment opportunity policy and non-discrimination policy help all community members participate fully in work and campus life free from harassment and discrimination.