Dietetics Tech

Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 27,552 - 31,905; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental coverage

Vision plan

HSA/FSAs

Retirement plan

Job summary

Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research in Jacksonville, FL is seeking a Dietetic Technician, Registered (DTR) to support nutrition care. The role includes nutrition intervention, counseling, documentation, and collaboration with the dietitian to advance quality improvement.

Eligibility requires ACEND-approved program within one year of hire, passing the CDR exam, and maintaining registration with continuing education.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in or completion of an ACEND-approved Dietetic Technology Consortium Program or ACEND-accredited Dietetics/Bachelor's program within one year of hire.
• Must pass the national registration examination (CDR) to become a Registered Dietitian.
• Continuing professional education to maintain registration.
• Strong interpersonal skills and understanding of special diets.

Responsibilities

• Provide nutrition intervention, counseling, and education; document nutrition care plans.
• Participate in quality improvement under the direction of the dietitian.
• Screen new admissions and conduct meal rounds.
• Calculate calorie counts and check tray lines.
• Demonstrate knowledge of growth and development across the life span; interpret data for age-specific needs.
• Proficient computer skills for daily tasks.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer literacy

Education

ACEND-approved Dietetic Technology Consortium Program

ACEND-accredited Dietetics Bachelor's Program

Job description

Benefits Highlights

• Medical: Multiple plan options.
• Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

Responsibilities

This position is responsible for nutrition intervention, nutrition counseling, education, and documenting nutrition care plans. Participates in the quality improvement program at the direction of the dietitian. Also responsible for screening new admissions, conducting meal rounds, calculating calorie counts and checking tray line. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span. The ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and appropriately interpret information relative to the patient's age-specific needs is required. Proficient computer skills necessary for daily tasks.

Qualifications

Enrollment in or completion of: An approved Dietetic Technology Consortium Program at an accredited college or university through the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND); OR an approved Nutrition or Dietetics Bachelor's Program at an accredited college or university through the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) within one year of hire date, must pass the national registration examination administered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).

Must complete continuing professional educational requirements to maintain registration. Must have good interpersonal skills and a thorough understanding of special diets, either through coursework or on-the-job training. Certification as a Dietetic Technician, Registered (DTR) by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics within 1 year after accepting Tech‑Dietetic position.

Job Details

Exemption Status: Nonexempt

Compensation Detail: $20.00 - $23.16 / hour

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Schedule: Full Time

Hours/Pay Period: 80.0

Schedule Details: Monday-Friday, Rotating Weekends

Weekend Schedule: Rotating Weekends

International Assignment: No

Recruiter

Tammy Pfeifer

Equal Opportunity

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