Dietetic Technician

University of Arkansas at Little Rock; United States; Remote; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare institution is seeking a dedicated Dietetic Technician to ensure timely meal delivery to patients while adhering to dietary preferences and physician orders. This role is essential in maintaining patient satisfaction and involves working closely with patients to meet their nutritional needs. The ideal candidate will be team-oriented, possess excellent customer service skills, and be adaptable to work during weekends and holidays. Join a collaborative environment focused on improving patient care and making a positive impact on the lives of others.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision plans

Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave

Education discount for staff and dependents

Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution

Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000

Career Training and Educational Opportunities

Merchant Discounts

Concierge prescription delivery

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in customer service.
• Ability to work rotating weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Ensure patients receive meals according to diet orders.
• Take food orders accurately at the bedside.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the work area.

Skills

Customer Service

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High School diploma/GED

Tools

iPad

Job description

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Closing Date: 05/06/2025

Type of Position: Regular

Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available: No

Institution Name: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

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Department: OPS | NUTRI Patient Food PRI

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Summary of Job Duties: Position is considered Essential Personnel

The Dietetic Technician is responsible for daily routines and functions to ensure all patients receive meals in a timely manner and that the meals meet Physician orders and patient preferences. The Dietetic Technician Level I assists in planning and implementing nutritional programs and services in the hospital.

Qualifications:

Minimum:

• High School diploma/GED plus 2 years of experience in customer service.
• Team-oriented with excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to work during Inclement Weather.
• Ability to work rotating Weekends and Holidays.

Preferred:

• Experience in food service or patient care setting.

Responsibilities:

• Assisting patients and ensuring they receive meals and nourishments according to diet orders and food allergens.
• Seeking food orders from patients who cannot call or need language assistance.
• Taking food orders accurately at the bedside with IPads.
• Updating patient information and recording it in the electronic medical record.
• Serving trays timely and accurately, identifying patients with two identifiers.
• Addressing issues at the point of service to maintain patient satisfaction.
• Responding to patient requests and retrieving trays after meals.
• Preparing beverages and stocking supplies.
• Maintaining cleanliness and organization in the work area.
• Providing courteous service and demonstrating professionalism and integrity.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Additional Information:

Physical activity requirements, salary, application documents, and pre-employment screening details are included in the original description but are omitted here for brevity.