Nutritionist Jobs in Massachusetts
Nutritionist jobs in Massachusetts are concentrated in Greater Boston, Worcester, and Springfield, where major health systems and academic medical centers drive consistent demand for clinical, community, and research-focused roles. Employers with an enduring presence in the state include Mass General Brigham, UMass Memorial Health, and Boston Children's Hospital, which hire nutritionists at levels from entry-level clinical dietetic technicians through senior outpatient and oncology specialists. The most in-demand specialties are clinical nutrition, eating disorders treatment, and public health nutrition. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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- Flexible Work Scheudle
- 20-24 Hours, Monday - Friday with 1 Saturday per month
- $1,500-On Bonus Included!
The program nutritionist provides nutrition services to WIC applicants and participants.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provides nutrition care to high-risk women, infants and children under the supervision of the senior nutritionist, including all aspects of:
- Anthropometric and hematological data collection.
- Dietary assessment, nutritional risk assessment and food package prescription.
- Nutrition and breastfeeding counseling and education.
- Documentation and data entry.
- Referrals to other health and social services.
- Follow up nutrition education.
Participates in planning, development and evaluation of:
- Educational materials and group nutrition education sessions.
- Participant counseling and education strategies.
- Nutrition in-services and outreach activities
- Nutrition policies.
Assists senior nutritionist in:
- Training paraprofessional WIC staff
- Conducting quality assurance activities.
- Communicates with health care community on issues pertaining to participant needs.
- Provides nutrition care for low-risk applicants and participants as needed.
Performs other duties as needed, including:
- Assisting in the training of CPA Is and Ils.
- Quality assurance activities.
Greater New Bedford Community Health Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate based on race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other lawfully protected status. EOE/AA/M/F/D/V
- Bachelor's degree in public health nutrition, nutrition, or food and nutrition.
- One year's experience in clinical or community nutrition.
- Demonstrated leadership and decision-making capabilities.
- Good communication skills.
- Sensitivity to the needs of the client population.
- Ability to demonstrate the knowledge and skill necessary to manage and provide age specific care.
- Flexible Work Scheudle
- 20-24 Hours, Monday - Friday with 1 Saturday per month
- $1,500-On Bonus Included!
The program nutritionist provides nutrition services to WIC applicants and participants.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provides nutrition care to high-risk women, infants and children under the supervision of the senior nutritionist, including all aspects of:
- Anthropometric and hematological data collection.
- Dietary assessment, nutritional risk assessment and food package prescription.
- Nutrition and breastfeeding counseling and education.
- Documentation and data entry.
- Referrals to other health and social services.
- Follow up nutrition education.
Participates in planning, development and evaluation of:
- Educational materials and group nutrition education sessions.
- Participant counseling and education strategies.
- Nutrition in-services and outreach activities
- Nutrition policies.
Assists senior nutritionist in:
- Training paraprofessional WIC staff
- Conducting quality assurance activities.
- Communicates with health care community on issues pertaining to participant needs.
- Provides nutrition care for low-risk applicants and participants as needed.
Performs other duties as needed, including:
- Assisting in the training of CPA Is and Ils.
- Quality assurance activities.
Greater New Bedford Community Health Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate based on race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other lawfully protected status. EOE/AA/M/F/D/V
- Bachelor's degree in public health nutrition, nutrition, or food and nutrition.
- One year's experience in clinical or community nutrition.
- Demonstrated leadership and decision-making capabilities.
- Good communication skills.
- Sensitivity to the needs of the client population.
- Ability to demonstrate the knowledge and skill necessary to manage and provide age specific care.
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What Massachusetts Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in nutritionist jobs across Massachusetts.
- Active Massachusetts dietitian license or eligibility through the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Dietitians
- Registered Dietitian Nutritionist credential from the Commission on Dietetic Registration
- Bachelor's or master's degree in nutrition, dietetics, or a closely related field
- Completion of an accredited supervised practice or dietetic internship program
- Experience with electronic health record systems used in clinical or outpatient settings
- Strong familiarity with medical nutrition therapy protocols for chronic disease management
Nutritionist Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a nutritionist in Massachusetts?
Massachusetts requires licensure through the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Dietitians to practice as a licensed dietitian-nutritionist. Candidates must complete an accredited bachelor's or master's degree program in dietetics or nutrition, finish a supervised dietetic internship, and pass the Commission on Dietetic Registration examination. Once credentialed as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, you apply to the Board for your Massachusetts license before practicing in a clinical, community, or outpatient setting.
Which companies hire nutritionists in Massachusetts?
Companies currently hiring nutritionists in Massachusetts include Greater New Bedford Community Health Center, LifePath, and Mantra Care, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Massachusetts's dense concentration of academic medical centers and integrated health systems means nutritionist openings appear across both large hospital networks and community health centers throughout the state.
Which Massachusetts cities have the most nutritionist jobs?
Boston, Greenfield, and New Bedford have the most nutritionist openings in Massachusetts. Boston leads because of its exceptional density of academic medical centers, teaching hospitals, and public health agencies, while Worcester and Springfield reflect the large regional health systems anchoring those metros and the community nutrition programs tied to their population health initiatives.
Are there remote nutritionist jobs in Massachusetts?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely desk-based fields, since much of the work involves direct patient assessment and hands-on counseling. About 25% of nutritionist openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting growing telehealth programs that have expanded virtual nutrition counseling. Roles focused on wellness coaching, corporate nutrition consulting, and outpatient follow-up care are the most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements.
How can I get hired as a nutritionist in Massachusetts with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to dietetic internship programs accredited through the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics, several of which are based at Massachusetts institutions including UMass Amherst and Simmons University. Mass General Brigham and UMass Memorial Health regularly onboard new graduate clinical nutrition associates and community health nutrition staff. Lateral moves from roles such as dietary aide, health educator, or community health worker are common entry points. Holding your Massachusetts dietitian license application ready alongside your RDN credential gives hiring managers a clear signal you are practice-ready.
Where can I find and apply to nutritionist jobs in Massachusetts?
You can find and apply to nutritionist jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current Massachusetts openings. Search the roles available, identify the ones that fit your experience and specialty, and apply directly through each listing without any additional steps required.
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