Dietetic Technician Registered - Comprehensive Pediatric Feeding and Swallowing Program and Complex Health Care
About The Position
Overview: Job Description Summary: Screens patient medical records for nutritional risk factors and assessment needs, obtains clinical information, and provides nutritional care, basic dietary instructions, and general nutrition education. Job Description: Essential Functions: Assesses nutritional needs of patients by reviewing medical records and conducting interviews. Develops and implements nutrition care plans based on patient needs and medical conditions. Monitors and evaluates patient progress, adjusting nutrition care plans as needed. Provides nutrition education to patients and their families. Maintains accurate and complete patient records. Collaborates with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care. The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
Requirements
- Associate's Degree in Nutrition from an Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND) approved program, required
- Dietetic Technician Registered, (DTR) or Registration Eligible with completion of exam within 3 months of hire, required
- Highly proficient technical skills
- Ability to work accurately and efficiently in various organizational systems
Nice To Haves
- Experience as a dietetic technician, preferred
- Clinical pediatric experience, preferred
Responsibilities
- Screens patient medical records for nutritional risk factors and assessment needs
- Obtains clinical information
- Provides nutritional care, basic dietary instructions, and general nutrition education
- Assesses nutritional needs of patients by reviewing medical records and conducting interviews
- Develops and implements nutrition care plans based on patient needs and medical conditions
- Monitors and evaluates patient progress, adjusting nutrition care plans as needed
- Provides nutrition education to patients and their families
- Maintains accurate and complete patient records
- Collaborates with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
