Dietetic Technician PRN

Trinity Health; Maywood (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Trinity Health in Illinois seeks a part-time Nutrition Technician to support safe infant feeding and high-quality nutrition care in a hospital setting. You will assist with formula preparation, sanitation, and collaboration with dietitians and nursing staff. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Nutrition or related health field; Illinois Food Handler Certification is required.

NDTR is preferred. You will document in the EHR, help manage the formula room inventory, and participate in training

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nutrition or a related health field (Required).
• Bachelor's degree in Nutrition and Dietetics (Preferred).
• Less than one year of related experience (Required).
• Illinois Food Handler Certification (Required).
• Nutrition and Dietetics Technician, Registered (NDTR) (Preferred).

Responsibilities

• Prepare infant formulas and fortifications in accordance with orders.
• Maintain sanitation and safety standards following HACCP and aseptic technique.
• Calculate preparation volumes and requirements using calculators and Excel.
• Identify alternative feeding preparations to ensure continuity of care.
• Print and apply feeding labels with patient IDs and barcodes.
• Verify feeding orders with dietitians, nurses, physicians, and NP.
• Document all preparations in the EHR and perform quality checks.
• Deliver feedings to nursing units in a timely manner.
• Manage inventory for the formula room and monitor expirations.
• Enter charges in Epic and assist with training of staff.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nutrition or related health field

Bachelor's degree in Nutrition and Dietetics

Job description

Employment Type: Part time

Shift: Day Shift

Description: Registry/PRN

Play a vital role in the care of our most vulnerable patients.
As a Nutrition Technician, you'll be an essential member of the healthcare team, supporting safe infant feeding practices and contributing to high-quality nutrition care for hospitalized patients. This role blends precision, compassion, and collaboration in a highly regulated clinical environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Infant Formula Preparation & Distribution:

• Prepare specialized infant formulas and human milk fortifications in the Infant Formula Preparation Room in accordance with physician or neonatal provider (NNP) orders.
• Maintain the highest sanitation and safety standards by cleaning and sanitizing all equipment before and after preparation, following hospital policy, HACCP standards, and aseptic technique.
• Accurately prepare specialty feedings using standardized recipes, ENFit-compatible equipment, and required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Calculate preparation volumes, yields, and additive requirements using calculators and Microsoft Excel-based tools.
• Identify when alternative feeding preparations are needed to ensure continuity of care.
• Print and apply feeding labels with correct patient identification, barcodes, and expiration details.
• Verify feeding orders and recipes in collaboration with registered dietitians, nurses, physicians, and nurse practitioners.
• Document all preparations and related data accurately in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Perform final quality checks, identifying and correcting errors prior to delivery.
• Deliver prepared feedings to the appropriate nursing units in a timely manner.

Inventory, Equipment & Quality Control:

• Manage inventory for the formula room, including ordering to par levels, restocking, and monitoring expiration dates.
• Escalate supply shortages or issues promptly to appropriate leadership.
• Maintain daily temperature logs for refrigeration and freezer equipment.
• Monitor and communicate equipment maintenance needs.
• Generate EHR reports to validate all components of feeding orders prior to preparation.
• Enter charges accurately in Epic.
• Assist with training and support of ancillary staff as needed.

Nutrition Screening & Education:

• Conduct nutrition screenings in accordance with hospital and departmental policies.
• Review medical records and interview patients to identify nutrition risk using established criteria.
• Escalate patients to registered dietitians for assessment when appropriate.
• Under the supervision of a registered dietitian, provide nutrition education to low-risk patients using evidence-based interventions.
• Refer high-priority patients for advanced nutrition counseling and document all education in the medical record.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Participate in departmental projects and other duties within scope of practice to support efficient operations.
• Complete required food service handler training upon hire.

Position Requirements:

Education:

• Required: Bachelor's degree in Nutrition or a related health field
• Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Nutrition and Dietetics

Experience

• Required: Less than one year of related experience

Licensure/Certifications:

• Required: Illinois Food Handler Certification (may be obtained after hire)
• Preferred: Nutrition and Dietetics Technician, Registered (NDTR)

Compensation & Benefits:

Hourly Pay Range:

$16.70 - $25.53 USD
Actual compensation will be based on factors such as experience, education, certifications, location, and internal equity.

Benefits:

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Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.