Dietetics Tech

Mayo Clinic; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Pre-Tax Savings: HSA/FSAs

Retirement

Job summary

Mayo Clinic in Phoenix, AZ is hiring a Dietetic Technician, Registered (DTR) on a part-time basis. The role involves screening new admits, assessing malnutrition risk, and providing ongoing nutrition monitoring for patients.

Responsibilities include applying Medical Nutrition Therapy principles across adults, interpreting data for patient needs, and collaborating with clinical nutrition leadership. Position requires ACEND-accredited program completion and national registration.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in or completion of: An approved Dietetic Technology Consortium Program at an accredited college or university through ACEND.
• OR an approved Nutrition or Dietetics Bachelor's Program at an accredited college or university through ACEND within one year of hire date, must pass the national registration examination (CDR).
• Must complete continuing professional education to maintain registration.
• Must have good interpersonal skills and understanding of therapeutic diets, from coursework or on-the-job training.

Responsibilities

• Screening all new admits, assessing patients at-risk for malnutrition, and providing ongoing monitoring and follow-up of all low- and at-risk patients.
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives under Clinical Nutrition leadership.
• Demonstrates knowledge of Medical Nutrition Therapy across the adult life span and can educate patients/caregivers as needed.

Education

Dietetic Technician program or ACEND accredited program

Job description

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

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 screening all new admits, assessing patients at-risk for malnutrition, and providing ongoing monitoring and follow-up of all low- and at-risk patients. The dietetic technician, registered (DTR) participates in quality improvement initiatives at the direction of Clinical Nutrition leadership and the dietitian. Demonstrates knowledge of Medical Nutrition Therapy across the adult life span, including the ability to provide education to patients/caregivers as indicated based on medical history and current clinical status. Requires the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s nutritional status and appropriately interpret information relative to the patient’s age-specific needs. Proficient computer skills necessary for daily tasks.

Qualifications

Enrollment in or completion of: An approved Dietetic Technology Consortium Program at an accredited collegeor university throughthe Accreditation Councilfor Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND);

OR an approved Nutritionor Dietetics Bachelor’s Program at an accredited collegeor 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 therapeutic diets, either through coursework or on-the-job training and experience.

Certification as a Dietetic Technician, Registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration within 1 year after accepting Tech-Dietetic position.

Exemption Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Detail

$20.00 - $25.59 / hour

Benefits Eligible

No

Schedule

Part Time

Hours/Pay Period

Supplemental

Schedule Details

As needed, Monday-Friday

Weekend Schedule

Rotating holidays and weekends

International Assignment

No

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law" . Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.