Dietetics Tech

Mayo Clinic•Jacksonville, FL

10d•$20 - $23

About The Position

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Requirements

Enrollment in or completion of: An approved Dietetic Technology Consortium Program at an accredited college or university through the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND); OR an approved Nutrition or Dietetics Bachelor's Program at an accredited college or university through the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) within one year of hire date.
Must pass the national registration examination administered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).
Must complete continuing professional educational requirements to maintain registration.
Good interpersonal skills.
A thorough understanding of special diets, either through coursework or on-the-job training.
Certification as a Dietetic Technician, Registered (DTR) by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics within 1 year after accepting Tech-Dietetic position.

Responsibilities

Nutrition intervention, nutrition counseling, education, and documenting nutrition care plans.
Participates in the quality improvement program at the direction of the dietitian.
Screening new admissions, conducting meal rounds, calculating calorie counts and checking tray line.
Demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span.
Assess data reflective of the patient's status and appropriately interpret information relative to the patient's age-specific needs.
Proficient computer skills necessary for daily tasks.