Diet Technician - Registered

Healthcare Services Group, Inc.•BALTIMORE, MD

6d•$23 - $28

About The Position

Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) is hiring a Diet Technician - Registered to work under the supervision of a Registered Dietitian in long-term care facilities. The role supports residents’ health by helping develop and implement personalized nutrition plans, monitoring meal service, maintaining dietary records, and supporting food service staff in nutrition and portioning practices. The Diet Technician follows food safety, sanitation, and therapeutic diet guidelines and provides positive customer service to residents, staff, and guests. The position requires living in the service area and compliance with COVID-19 vaccination policies.

Requirements

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