Hospital Dietary Technician – Patient Nutrition Care

Medical City Healthcare; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

Wellbeing support and counseling

Paid time off and family leave

401(k) with company match

Tuition and certification support

Fertility and family-building benefits

Job summary

Medical City Las Colinas, part of Medical City Healthcare, is seeking a PRN Dietary Technician to support patient nutrition care under supervision of a Registered Dietitian. You will perform nutrition screenings, develop care plans, calculate calories, and provide patient education.

The role requires completion of applicable dietetics education, AD/BD degree, and adherence to HIPAA. Strong communication and teamwork are essential in a fast paced hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in dietetics or nutrition or Associate degree from ACEND-accredited Dietetic Technician Program with NDTR credential
• 1-2 years hospital dietetic experience preferred
• Food Handler Certification within 30 days of employment
• NDTR credential required if registered dietetic technician
• Maintains confidentiality and HIPAA compliance
• Strong communication and documentation skills using medical records

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality Medical Nutrition Therapy under supervision of Registered Dietitian
• Conduct nutrition screenings and assessments with dietitian guidance
• Develop and implement individualized nutrition care plans
• Calculate and document calorie counts
• Provide nutrition education and counseling to patients and families
• Follow nutrition care guidelines and department procedures
• Participate in committees, performance improvement and training of interns/new staff
• Serve as a clinical resource to the care team

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Dietetics or Nutrition

AS degree from ACEND Dietetic Technician program + NDTR credential

Tools

Outlook

Excel

Word

Computrition

Meditech

Job description

Medical City Las Colinas, part of Medical City Healthcare, is seeking a PRN Dietary Technician to support patient nutrition care under supervision of a Registered Dietitian. You will perform nutrition screenings, develop care plans, calculate calories, and provide patient education.

The role requires completion of applicable dietetics education, AD/BD degree, and adherence to HIPAA. Strong communication and teamwork are essential in a fast paced hospital setting.