Dietary Technician: Nutrition Care & Patient Support

ADP, Inc.; Gadsden (AL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

ADP, Inc. in Gadsden, AL is seeking a Dietary Technician to support nutritional care by assisting registered dietitians, preparing and delivering therapeutic meals, and ensuring food safety in a healthcare setting.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, teamwork, and accurate documentation of dietary intake, meal counts, and patient feedback, with opportunities to grow in clinical nutrition and patient education.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic knowledge of nutrition principles and therapeutic diets.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and maintain accurate records.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a healthcare setting.
• Preferred: Certification as a Dietary Technician, Registered (DTR) or eligibility to obtain certification.
• Experience in a clinical or healthcare dietary environment.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and compliance standards such as ServSafe.
• Additional training in medical nutrition therapy or patient education.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and delivery of therapeutic diets according to prescribed nutrition plans.
• Collaborate with dietitians and healthcare staff to monitor patient dietary needs and preferences.
• Maintain accurate documentation of dietary intake, meal counts, and patient feedback.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and infection control standards in all dietary operations.
• Support inventory management by tracking food supplies and reporting shortages or discrepancies.
• Educate patients and staff on basic nutrition principles and dietary guidelines as directed.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives related to dietary services and patient care.

Skills

Nutrition basics

Communication

Record keeping

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Food safety knowledge

EHR technology

Job description

ADP, Inc. in Gadsden, AL is seeking a Dietary Technician to support nutritional care by assisting registered dietitians, preparing and delivering therapeutic meals, and ensuring food safety in a healthcare setting.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, teamwork, and accurate documentation of dietary intake, meal counts, and patient feedback, with opportunities to grow in clinical nutrition and patient education.