Geriatric Diet Technician — Empower Elders & DailyPay

Otterbein SeniorLife; Union (AL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance with free virtual Dr

Vision and dental insurance

Paid Time off

Paid Holidays

Life insurance

Retirement Savings with 401(k) or 403b

DailyPay access to wages

EAP

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Otterbein SeniorLife is seeking Diet Technicians to provide nutritional services for residents and guests in a resident-centered, non-institutional setting. You will work with a geriatric population, emphasizing autonomy and dignity in dietary decisions.

Responsibilities include accurate health judgments, teamwork, and clear communication; a strong emphasis on English proficiency and meticulous documentation.

Qualifications

• Education: ADA-accredited associate degree in dietetic technology.
• Licensure/Certification: Registered Dietetic Technician (RDT).
• Experience: Supervisory, computer, nutrition and food service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Orient dietary services around elders' autonomy and dignity.
• Communicate care and dignity to elders.
• Involve elders in dietary decision-making when possible.
• Make timely and accurate judgments in elder care and emergencies.
• Work as part of a self-directed work team.
• Maintain composure and adapt to stress when caring for residents.
• Communicate in English.
• Detail-oriented with strong literacy, writing and documentation.

Skills

Caring

Communication

Teamwork

Detail oriented

Education

Associate degree in dietetic technology

Job description

Otterbein SeniorLife is seeking Diet Technicians to provide nutritional services for residents and guests in a resident-centered, non-institutional setting. You will work with a geriatric population, emphasizing autonomy and dignity in dietary decisions.

Responsibilities include accurate health judgments, teamwork, and clear communication; a strong emphasis on English proficiency and meticulous documentation.