Dietitian

Cynet Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet Health seeks a Dietitian to join our hospital nutrition program in New York. You will provide clinical and administrative support under supervision, focusing on accurate feeding preparation and patient care.

You will calculate, prepare, deliver, and monitor feeds, review orders, maintain inventory, and ensure safety and infection control. Strong communication and computer skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Two years hospital nutrition experience or enrollment in an approved education program.
• Strong communication skills and math aptitude.
• Comfort with computer systems and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Calculate, prepare, deliver, and monitor mixed feeds and breast milk as applicable.
• Review patient records for feeding orders and prepare feeds.
• Maintain inventory of formulas, supplies, and enteral feeding equipment.
• Ensure infection control and safety procedures are followed.

Skills

Communication

Computers

Math skills

Education

Enrollment in approved nutrition education program

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Internal enteral feeding management system

Job description

Dietitian

Profession: Dietary Services

Specialty: Dietetic Technician

Duration: 59 days

Shift: Day

Hours per Shift: 7

Experience: Minimum two years of hospital nutrition-related work experience or enrollment in an approved education program

License: Not specified

Certifications: Food Safety Certification within 6 months of hire

Must-Have:

• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Experience with computers including Microsoft Office Suite or internal electronic feeding management system
• Good mathematical skills

Description:Provides technical and administrative assistance to Clinical Nutritionist staff.Ensures effective nutritional care of patients in accordance with established procedures.Under the direction of clinical nutrition leadership, responsible for the calculation, preparation, delivery, and monitoring of mixed formula and breast milk as applicable.Interacts with patients, visitors, and employees in a courteous manner.Identifies self to the patient and clearly and concisely explains functions and tasks as applicable.Refers matters outside the scope of own duties to appropriate others as necessary.Completes all tasks related to preparation of mixed formula, additives, and breast milk in accordance with policies and procedures.Reviews patient medical records for feeding orders and prepares feeds, labels, and delivers to each unit.Completes inventory processes on each unit.Maintains inventory of mixing room supplies, formulas, and enteral feeding equipment.Monitors expiration dates and maintains necessary par levels.Communicates inventory with patients and caregivers as applicable.Maintains a clean work area.Maintains data logs including dishwasher temperature and cleaning.Prepares emergency feeds as needed.Communicates with other staff regarding feeding order changes.Participates in community projects as applicable.Maintains current knowledge of the field including familiarity with infant and pediatric formulas and additives.Performs duties in an ethical and compassionate manner.Applies knowledge of age-specific patient needs as warranted.Follows infection control regulatory requirements and applicable safety plans for formula and breast milk preparation.Performs other job-related duties as assigned.