Dietetic Tech - Per Diem - 140325

UC San Diego Health; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego Health is seeking a Nutrition Attendant to support NICU breast milk, formula, and Patient Services programs under RD and management supervision. You will work with Registered Dietitians to meet patients' nutrition needs, assist with preparation of breast milk and formula, and help supervise meal operations.

The role includes teaching dietetic interns, disseminating information within HIPAA guidelines, and communicating clearly with clinic staff.

Qualifications

• One year of related experience in health or food service.
• Experience communicating with staff about customer needs and progress.
• Competency in therapeutic diet knowledge and mathematical calculations.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.

Responsibilities

• Assist Registered Dietitians to meet patients' nutrition needs.
• Prepare breast milk and formula in aseptic environment.
• Supervise patient trayline at mealtimes.
• Train dietetic interns and new employees.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

HIPAA compliance

Clinical support

Therapeutic diet knowledge

Education

Associate's Degree in Dietetics/Nutrition

DTR certification

Job description

Under RD and Management supervision, the Nutrition Attendant will support the UCSDH NICU breast milk/formula and Patient Services Programs, where the incumbent will have several different functions that help with the day-to-day operations of these two programs. Responsibilities include working with Registered Dietitians to ensure patients' individual nutrition needs are met, providing clinical support and information to other staff regarding patients, monitoring and supervision of patient trayline at mealtimes, preparation of breast milk (fortifying, dispensing ) and formula ( ready-to-feed and powder) in an aseptic environment, and teaching/training dietetic interns and new employees. The incumbent is also expected to accurately disseminate information operating within the Department of Nutrition following HIPAA standards and licensing standards for food safety and sanitation practices. Communicates in a clear, concise and professional manner with all patients, Clinic Managers, Supervisors, Contract Representatives and Clinic staff at all times. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned and required to support clinical functions of the department.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• One(1)yearofrelatedexperienceinaHealth,FoodServicefieldorrelatedcollege/school work.
• Experience working as a representative communicating frequently with staff regarding customer needs and progress.
• Applicants and incumbents are expected to possess the skills, knowledge, and abilities essential to the successful performance of duties assigned to the position.
• Demonstrated competency in therapeutic diet knowledge, mathematical calculations.
• Proven ability to remain calm and professional while dealing with often patient, clinical staff and non-clinic staff.
• Proven ability to apply reason and judgment for prioritization of urgent, emergent care.
• Proven ability to effectively interface with diverse client base/difficult populations in a fast-paced setting and demonstrated experience in serving as clinical program representative and supporting client needs as a liaison with program personnel.
• Proven ability to clearly communicate University, program and contract rules, regulations and policy and procedures as necessary.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality, understanding and applying HIPPA regulations.
• Must have excellent record in punctuality and attendance due to the clinical operation.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate's Degree in Dietetic/Foods or Nutrition.
• Diet Technician Registered (DTR) or science-related degree.
• Knowledge and application of university, clinic and other relevant policies and procedures, including data collection and patient confidentiality.ce.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Will be provided hospital scrub attire for the work area.
• Appropriate attire for compliance with infection control recommendations will be required.
• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $67,902 - $67,902 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $32.52 - $32.52

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).