Inpatient Dietetic Tech: Patient Care & Nutrition Support

University of Michigan; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Michigan Medicine invites applications for a Dietetic Technician to deliver high-quality, patient-centered nutrition services for inpatients with active diet orders. You will coordinate meal service, educate patients, and collaborate with Registered Dietitian Nutritionists, nurses, and food services while upholding privacy and safety standards.

This role requires strong communication, accuracy in documentation, proficiency with MiChart and CBORD, and the ability to handle high-volume calls in a

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent with healthcare/food service exposure.
• Strong phone, listening, and written communication skills.
• Ability to document accurately and work with teams.

Responsibilities

• Respond to patient meal service requests via phone or bedside with accuracy.
• Guide meal selections meeting diet prescriptions and nutritional needs.
• Coordinate meal delivery and document activities in MiChart/CBORD.
• Collaborate with dietitians, nurses, and food services to ensure quality care.

Skills

Telephone etiquette

Active listening

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent

Tools

MiChart

CBORD

Cisco Finesse

Job description

Michigan Medicine invites applications for a Dietetic Technician to deliver high-quality, patient-centered nutrition services for inpatients with active diet orders. You will coordinate meal service, educate patients, and collaborate with Registered Dietitian Nutritionists, nurses, and food services while upholding privacy and safety standards.

This role requires strong communication, accuracy in documentation, proficiency with MiChart and CBORD, and the ability to handle high-volume calls in a