DIETETIC TECHNICIAN / DSA III

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a historic facility focused on community mental health care. As a Dietetic Technician, you will provide essential nutritional support, ensuring patients receive individualized care based on their dietary needs. Your role will involve managing nutritional documentation, interacting with healthcare professionals, and contributing to quality improvement initiatives. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients while working in a supportive environment that values health and well-being. If you are passionate about nutrition and patient care, this role is for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance Options

Paid Life Insurance

Retirement Plans

Paid Holidays

Leave

Qualifications

• Registered Dietetic Technician (DTR) required within two years of hire.
• Experience with nutritional assessments and documentation in medical records.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality nutritional care and maintain documentation per regulations.
• Manage menu applications and participate in quality improvement activities.

Skills

Nutritional Knowledge

Patient Education

Documentation Skills

Education

Associate's Degree in Dietetic Technician Program

Bachelor's Degree in Didactic Program

Tools

CBORD/Net Menu

Job description

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Job Details

• Title: DIETETIC TECHNICIAN / DSA III
• State Role Title: 49053
• Hiring Range: $38,016 - $52,462
• Pay Band: 3
• Location: Eastern State Hospital
• Agency Website: www.esh.dbhds.virginia.gov

About Eastern State Hospital

Located in Williamsburg, Virginia, founded in 1773, with a focus on community mental health care. The campus spans 500 acres, with two patient care buildings, serving 300 patients, staffed by over 900 employees. Part of the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS), accredited by the Joint Commission.

Position Responsibilities

Responsible for providing quality nutritional care, maintaining accurate documentation per CMS, OBRA, TJC, state, and hospital policies. Activities include managing CBORD/Net Menu applications, interacting with the Diet Office Manager, and participating in CQI activities such as reviewing patient tray accuracy and satisfaction surveys.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic and therapeutic nutrition, food prep, nutritional programs, and standards by JACHO, OBRA, CMS.
• Proficiency in calculating caloric, protein, and fluid needs, BMI, IBW, and weight changes.
• Experience in patient education on diets and drug-nutrient interactions.
• Ability to document patient interactions and provide individualized nutrition care.

Physical Requirements

Prolonged sitting, manual dexterity, bending, stooping, and routine lifting of up to 50 pounds.

Minimum Qualifications

• Registered Dietetic Technician (DTR) within two years of hire, or eligibility.
• Experience with nutritional assessments and documentation in medical records.
• Educational requirements: Associate's Degree with ACEND-accredited Dietetic Technician Program or Bachelor's Degree with ACEND-accredited Didactic Program.

Additional Considerations

Experience in mental health or nursing home settings preferred.

Application Instructions

Apply online via PAGEUP. Resumes may be included but are not substitutes for application. This position is essential and may require work during emergencies, nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime.

Benefits & Equal Opportunity

Includes health insurance options, paid life insurance, retirement plans, paid holidays, and leave. EEO/AA/TTY. Reasonable accommodations available. Veterans and individuals with disabilities encouraged to apply.

Additional Information

Contingent upon vaccination compliance with CMS guidelines. For inquiries, contact the Department of Human Resources. Applicants with disabilities can apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process using the appropriate documentation.