Dietetic Technician

T E C Industrial Inc; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

T E C Industrial Inc is seeking a Diet Technician to join our Food and Nutrition Services team in Rochester, NY. The role supports the Registered Dietitian, delivering personalized nutrition care and documentation for residents.

The position may be part-time or full-time, requiring active dietetic registration, ongoing education, and familiarity with long-term care regulations. Strong communication with healthcare teams is essential for resident satisfaction and care planning.

Qualifications

• Active dietetic registration and commitment to ongoing education.
• Experience in long-term care settings preferred.
• Familiarity with Federal/State regulations related to nutrition and care planning.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive nutritional assessments and develop tailored care plans for residents.
• Collaborate in interdisciplinary care plan meetings and family conferences.
• Perform regular meal rounds to ensure quality of dining and nutrition.
• Maintain clear communication with nursing staff and physicians about weight changes and nutritional needs.

Skills

Nutritional assessment

Care planning

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation

Resident care

Communication with nursing

Education

High school diploma

Job description

• Base Pay $18.00 - $20.00 / Hour
• Required Degree High school
• Manage Others No

Are you passionate about improving resident lives through personalized nutrition?

We are looking for a dedicated, compassionate Part-Time or Full-Time Diet Technician to join our Food and Nutrition Services team! Working closely under the supervision of our Registered Dietitian, you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional, individualized nutritional care.

What You'll Do

• Drive Resident Care & Documentation: Complete comprehensive nutritional assessments, develop tailored care plans, address acute medical changes, and collaborate directly with residents, families, and healthcare teams.
• Be a Collaborative Team Player: Actively participate in interdisciplinary care plan meetings, family conferences, and team huddles.
• Champion Resident Satisfaction: Conduct regular meal rounds to engage with residents and ensure an outstanding dining experience.
• Bridge Communication Gaps: Maintain seamless communication with nursing personnel and medical practitioners regarding weight changes, clinical updates, and ongoing nutritional needs.

What We're Looking For

• Certification: Active dietetic registration and a commitment to ongoing continuing education.
• Preferred Experience:
• Previous experience in long-term care settings.
• Strong working knowledge of MDS 3.0.
• Familiarity with care planning, nutritional assessments, and relevant Federal/State regulations.