Dietetics Technician

GENERAL SUMMARY

The Dietetics Technician assists the Dietitian with patient care services in compliance with the standards established by the company, regulatory agencies and clients. Reports to department leadership.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists the Dietitian with patient data collection, nutrition screening, and modified menu planning.
• Assists patients in completing menu selections.
• Follows all guidelines in accordance with CHKD company policy/procedures and standards.
• Complies with all regulatory standards to include federal, state, and accrediting agencies, while adhering to facility confidentiality, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA, and patient rights policies.
• Trains and mentor’s patient services staff and interns as necessary.
• Participates in patient satisfaction programs, departmental meetings, and facility wide Quality Assurance/Performance Improvement programs.
• May be required to perform any position within the department with proper instruction and guidance and/or training.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS

• Required Licenses and/or Certifications
  • None
• Preferred Licenses and/or Certifications
  • Registered and credentialed as a Nutrition and Dietetics Technician by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) preferred.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Required Education and Experience
  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
  • At time of hire, a record of completion for all education, licenses, training and/or certifications is required.
  • Continuous re-certification and/or maintenance of state licensure, certification, educational and application requirements is required during employment.
• Preferred Education and Experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition or related science from an accredited college or university preferred.
  • One or more years of hospital experience preferred.
• Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Knowledge of basic math for weights and measures calculation.
  • Ability to utilize and maintain specialized equipment.
  • Advanced knowledge in cleaning and sanitizing workspaces.
  • Highly motivated, enthusiastic team player who takes initiative.
  • Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
  • Excellent time management skills, able to shift priorities, able to work independently and problem solve in a fast paced, fluid environment.
  • Possesses strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills as well as, the ability to interact with and build collegial relationships with diverse individuals.
  • Proficiency and technical aptitude with the use of electronic medical record, nutrition systems, nutrient analysis programming systems and MS Office products, including Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Word.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Normal office environment with little exposure to excessive noise, dust, temperature and the like.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

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Location: Childrens Hospital of The Kings Daughters · HOSP Food & Nutrition Services
Schedule: Part-Time, Days/Evenings

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