Dietary Technician

Providence • Seattle, WA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is a member of a multidisciplinary team. Responsible for screening inpatients for nutrition risk factors. Verify and relevant data and refer patients with nutrition problems or evolving nutrition problems to the Registered Dietitian (RD). Monitor and support the nutrition care of patients that are not followed by the RD. Assist and counsel patients and families in diet and diet progression, collect and calculate nutrient intakes, and assists with meal selections when necessary. Providence Swedish caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Swedish Cherry Hill and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Dietetics or Food & Nutrition --or-- Completion of Dietetic Technician program (approved by Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics)

Nice To Haves

• 6 months of food service or nutrition care experience in a hospital setting

Responsibilities

• Screening inpatients for nutrition risk factors.
• Verifying relevant data.
• Referring patients with nutrition problems or evolving nutrition problems to the Registered Dietitian (RD).
• Monitoring and supporting the nutrition care of patients that are not followed by the RD.
• Assisting and counseling patients and families in diet and diet progression.
• Collecting and calculating nutrient intakes.
• Assisting with meal selections when necessary.

Benefits

• Best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level