Diet Technician - Registered

Healthcare Services Group•Fairmont, WV

About The Position

Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Diet Technician - Registered. Under the supervision of a Registered Dietitian, you will help provide residents in long-term care facilities with personalized nutrition plans and support their overall health. The role contributes to HCSG’s commitment to positively impacting communities, delivering excellent service, and enhancing resident experiences. You will assist with nutrition planning, monitor meal service, maintain dietary and nutrition records, and guide food service staff on nutrition and portioning practices. You will also follow food safety, sanitation, and therapeutic diet guidelines and interact positively with residents, staff, and guests. The starting pay rate is $30.00 per hour.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in nutrition/dietetics or Certified Dietary Manager credential.
Registration by the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
1–3 years of dietary experience in long-term care in a consultant or supervisory role.
Current ServSafe or Food Handler certification, as required by state or county law.
Current Certified Dietary Manager (CDM)/Certified Food Protection Professional (CFPP) credential where required by state regulation for long-term care.
General knowledge of nutrition, therapeutic diets, food safety, and sanitation.
Ability to follow meal schedules and accurately read food tray cards.
Strong communication skills and ability to maintain records.
Ability to interact positively with residents and staff.
Ability to lift and carry 10 pounds and push and pull 10 pounds, and to work around food and cleaning products.
Compliance with COVID-19 vaccination policies.
Must live in the service area.

Responsibilities

Assist in developing and implementing nutrition plans tailored to residents’ dietary needs.
Monitor resident meal service and ensure compliance with dietary orders.
Maintain current records of dietary adjustments and accurate nutritional documentation.
Provide guidance and training to food service staff on proper portioning and nutrition practices.
Follow food safety, sanitation, and therapeutic diet guidelines.
Interact positively with residents, staff, and guests while delivering excellent customer service.
Perform other duties as assigned.