Dietetic Technician
About The Position
Assist the clinical dietitians and the dietary department in the provision of medical nutrition therapy appropriate to the age-related needs of patients across the continuum of care. Supervise modified menu and formula processing. Screen patients for nutritional risk using established guidelines and initiate dietitian referrals for nutrition assessment. Follow up for moderate and low risk patients. Obtain, evaluate, and utilize dietary history information to plan nutritional care. Calculate nutritional intake analysis. Institute basic nutrition plans including individualized menu plans and monitor intake and acceptance of meals, snacks and supplements.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Nutrition or Clinical Dietetics, OR Associate of Arts Degree in Dietetic Technology and required Registration with Commission on Dietetic Registration.
- Registration with Commission on Dietetic Registration (for Associate of Arts Degree).
- Washington State Food and Beverage Service Worker’s Permit.
Nice To Haves
- Pediatric or previous hospital experience.
Responsibilities
- Assist the clinical dietitians and the dietary department in the provision of medical nutrition therapy appropriate to the age-related needs of patients across the continuum of care.
- Supervise modified menu and formula processing.
- Screen patients for nutritional risk using established guidelines and initiate dietitian referrals for nutrition assessment.
- Follow up for moderate and low risk patients.
- Obtain, evaluate, and utilize dietary history information to plan nutritional care.
- Calculate nutritional intake analysis.
- Institute basic nutrition plans including individualized menu plans and monitor intake and acceptance of meals, snacks and supplements.
Benefits
- Seattle Children’s offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 403(b), life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.
- Additional details on our benefits can be found on our website www.seattlechildrens.org/careers/benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
