Remote Diet Tech

Compass Group USA Inc•Tuscaloosa, AL

42d•$20 - $27•Remote

About The Position

Candidate must hae a diet tech (NDTR) credential through CDR. NDTR will coduct remote bedside meal selections via phone, tablet, or video interface for assigned patient units. NDTR will ensure all meal choices comply with current physician-ordered diet modifications. May also assist in verifying allergies, dislikes, and cultural or religious preferences. NDTR may also provide brief, appropriate diet education when clarifying menu choices. Morrison Healthcare is a leading national food and nutrition services company exclusively dedicated to serving more than 600 hospitals and healthcare systems. Morrison's hospital kitchens, restaurants, and cafés feature socially responsible practices and exceptional guest experiences. The company's comprehensive Mindful Choices wellness and sustainability platform includes the latest in healthful eating and an understanding of behavioral change in food consumption. Morrison's alignment with Partnership for a Healthier America's (PHA) Hospital Healthy Food Initiative positively impacts up to 41 million patients and 500 million hospital meals annually. Morrison has been named one of Modern Healthcare's "Top 100 Best Places to Work in Healthcare" for the past five years, and Training Magazine's Top 125 organizations for the past six consecutive years. The company is a division of Compass Group and has more than 1,200 registered dietitians, 300 executive chefs, and 17,000 professional food service team members. We are seeking a Diet Technician (Full Time or Part-Time) to join our Nutrition Team supporting faciities all across the US remotely.

Requirements

Credentialed as a Nutrition and Dietetics Technician, Registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR), REQUIRED
Bachelor's degree in Nutrition or related Science, required
Possess the necessary skills to effectively utilize Microsoft office applications, electronic medical record & diet office systems, and nutrient analysis programming

Nice To Haves

One (1) year of hospital experience, preferred

Responsibilities

Assists the Dietitian with patient data collection, nutrition screening, and modified menu planning
Assists patients in completing menu selections
Collaborate with foodservice operations to ensure tray accuracy, delivery timing, and consistency with diet orders.
Provide feedback to the kitchen on recurring menu issues or frequent patient requests for substitutions
Follows all guidelines as outlined within the Company Diet Manual and the Clinical Nutrition Policies & Procedures Manual
Complies with all regulatory standards to include federal, state, and accrediting agencies, while adhering to facility confidentiality, HIPPA regulations, and patient rights policies
Trains and mentor's patient services staff and interns as applicable
Participates in patient satisfaction programs, departmental meetings, and facility wide Quality Assurance/Performance Improvement programs
Participate in pilot huddles and process improvement meetings.
Suggest workflow refinements to improve efficiency, reduce order errors, or enhance patient experience.
Stay current on dietetic technician competencies, including therapeutic diets, patient communication, and customer service