Pediatric Diet Technician — Nutrition Care & Education

Connecticut Children's Medical Center; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading children's health system is seeking a Diet Technician to provide nutritional care for pediatric patients. Responsibilities include screening for nutritional risks, educating families about special diets, and assisting in meal rounds. Candidates should have a B.S. in Nutrition or an A.S. in Dietetic Technology, with a preference for those holding a Diet Technician Registered certification. This position requires adaptability, as shifts will vary across the week, including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience preferred.
• Diet Technician Registered (DTR) with the Council on Dietetic Registration is preferred.
• Milk tech certification and food safety training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Screens patients for nutritional risk and maintains medical records.
• Educates families about special diets and conducts in-services.
• Participates in meal rounds and checks diet trays.

Skills

Nutrition screening

Patient education

Quality improvement

Education

B.S. Degree in Nutrition

A.S. Degree in Dietetic Technology

Tools

Electronic menu system

Job description

A leading children's health system is seeking a Diet Technician to provide nutritional care for pediatric patients. Responsibilities include screening for nutritional risks, educating families about special diets, and assisting in meal rounds. Candidates should have a B.S. in Nutrition or an A.S. in Dietetic Technology, with a preference for those holding a Diet Technician Registered certification. This position requires adaptability, as shifts will vary across the week, including weekends and holidays.