Dietetic Tech II

TX-HHSC-DSHS-DFPS•Rusk, TX

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Would you thrive in an environment where you learn and grow personally and professionally all while helping make a positive impact on people’s lives? Do you appreciate being around others like yourself who are dependable, trustworthy, hard workers who believe in the value of teamwork? HSCS is dedicated to building an atmosphere where employees feel valued and supported while providing specialized care for Texans in need. HSCS is comprised of nine psychiatric hospitals, one youth residential treatment facility, and thirteen state supported living centers. The psychiatric hospitals are a hub of excellence for forensic mental health and complex psychiatric care, with all facilities accredited by The Joint Commission. They provide state-of-the-art treatment that is recovery-oriented and science-based. If providing hope and healing through compassionate, innovative, and individualized care interests you, we welcome your application for the position below. The Dietetic Technician II performs routine (journey-level) dietetic work. Work involves conducting nutritional screenings, implementing, and monitoring nutrition interventions as assigned by the Registered Dietitian, completing follow-ups to patient care plans, and monitoring and providing meal plans and recipes. Works under moderate supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment Performs other duties as assigned. Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.

Requirements

Knowledge of food preparation and service methods, materials and equipment used in medical food service production, assembly, and service.
Knowledge of diet therapy and food service management, safety, and sanitation.
Knowledge of standards of regulatory agencies
Knowledge of inventory procedures
Skill in personnel management and employment practices and regulations.
Skills in monitoring and documenting dietary information.
Ability to train personnel. Leadership skills
Ability to analyze work problems and problem solve
Ability to maintain accurate records.
Ability to operate a computer and associated software.
Ability to count and perform simple mathematics.
Ability to speak, read, and write fluent English.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Twenty-four (2)4 months of paid experience in dietetic work.
Twelve months in modified diet and meal planning required.

Nice To Haves

Food Handler certification preferred or obtain certification within 90 days of hire.
Certified Dietary Manager or eligible preferred and Serv Safe Certified preferred.
Experience in dietetic work with supplemental course work in nutrition is generally preferred.

Responsibilities

Attends work on a regular basis and may be asked to work a specific shift schedule or, at times, even a rotating schedule, extended shift and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.
Conducts nutritional screenings by interviewing the patient/patient’s family, obtain dietary history, presence of any nutritional risk factor on admission for the better nutritional care of the patient.
Collects data that contributes to the nutrition assessment of patients/clients; development of nutrition-related priorities, goals, and objectives; and implementation of the nutrition care plan.
Implement and monitor nutrition interventions, as assigned by the Registered and/or Licensed Dietitian, to meet the nutritional needs of the patient/client, including, but not limited to, prescribed diets, snacks/nourishments, medical foods/supplements, and monitoring data collection for nutrition support therapies (i.e.: tube feeding).
Assists with providing ongoing nutritional management as a member of the treatment team and revision of nutrition interventions in response to nutrition care. Functions as integral part of treatment process. Work closely with medical/nursing staff. May attend treatment team meeting as necessary.
Monitors the effects of nutritional intervention to ensure the effectiveness of the diet. Complete follow-up to patient care plans as established in the Nutrition Care Plan to meet The Joint Commission standards and requirements.
Counsels the patient on prescribed therapeutic diet by educating the patient on reading food labels, providing meal plans and recipes. help monitor progress and adjust the diet as needed, while ongoing support and resources encourage adherence. Addressing potential barriers and developing practical solutions to ensure continued nutritional success.
Performs other duties as assigned. Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.

Benefits

Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more.

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