Diet Technician - Registered

Healthcare Services Group•Baltimore, MD

About The Position

The Diet Technician - Registered works under the supervision of a Registered Dietitian to provide residents in long-term care facilities with personalized nutrition plans and support their overall health. The role includes assisting with nutrition planning and implementation, monitoring meal service, maintaining dietary and nutritional records, and supporting food service staff with nutrition and portioning guidance. The position also requires following food safety, sanitation, and therapeutic diet guidelines and interacting positively with residents, staff, and guests. The offered pay rate is $23.00–$28.00 per hour. Salary rates are determined based on applicant qualifications, experience, education, and the specific needs and requirements of the facility served. The employee must live in the service area and comply with COVID-19 vaccination policies.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in nutrition/dietetics or Certified Dietary Manager credential required.
Registration by the Commission on Dietetic Registration required.
1–3 years of dietary experience in long-term care in a consultant or supervisory role.
Current ServSafe or Food Handler certification required, as applicable under state or county law.
Current Certified Dietary Manager (CDM)/Certified Food Protection Professional (CFPP) required 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 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 and carry 10 lbs. and push and pull 10 lbs., and work around food and 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.