Dietetic Health Technician: Food Service & Patient Support

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs' Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Philadelphia, PA, seeks a Health Technician (Dietetics) to provide administrative and customer service support for the hospital food service program.

This position requires English proficiency and education/experience as described, with time-in-grade considerations for current federal employees. The role supports dietary services and patient meals in a fast-paced healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-04) in the Federal service.
• Experience in quantity food service operations and knowledge of proper nutrition and food items.
• Experience using computers, software applications, databases, and automated systems to accomplish work.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and customer service support for the hospital food service program.
• Assist clients, patients, and customers to assess needs, provide information, and resolve issues.
• Utilize computer systems to complete tasks and maintain records.

Skills

Customer service

Nutrition knowledge

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in nutrition or related field

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs' Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Philadelphia, PA, seeks a Health Technician (Dietetics) to provide administrative and customer service support for the hospital food service program.

This position requires English proficiency and education/experience as described, with time-in-grade considerations for current federal employees. The role supports dietary services and patient meals in a fast-paced healthcare setting.