Per Diem Diet Technician: Nutrition & Patient Education

Memorialhospitalgardena; Gardena (CA); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Part time

Job summary

Memorial Hospital of Gardena is seeking a Diet Technician to support Nutrition Services on a per diem, day shift basis. You will perform nutrition screens, ensure accurate meal service, and provide education on food and drug interactions as part of daily patient care.

This role emphasizes AIDET communication, HIPAA compliance, and teamwork with dietitians and dietary staff. The position requires weekend availability, O.R.

Qualifications

• Prefer at least 1–2 years of current experience in an acute care setting.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to follow verbal instructions.
• Good interpersonal communication and PC (computer) skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist Diet Aides in processing all dietary orders with thoroughness and accuracy.
• Record late trays and manage communications via telephone with a pleasant and orderly manner.
• Print diet reports and screen patients daily, updating snack lists per census and diet report.
• Post calorie counts as ordered and communicate patient needs to dietitians.
• Conduct food and drug interaction education and postpartum nutrition information as needed.
• Refer high‑risk patients to the Clinical/Registered Dietitian and assist with department reports and clerical duties.

Skills

Critical thinking

Interpersonal communication

Customer service

Computer skills

Education

CFH Crt Fd Hndl ServeSafe

Job description

Memorial Hospital of Gardena is seeking a Diet Technician to support Nutrition Services on a per diem, day shift basis. You will perform nutrition screens, ensure accurate meal service, and provide education on food and drug interactions as part of daily patient care.

This role emphasizes AIDET communication, HIPAA compliance, and teamwork with dietitians and dietary staff. The position requires weekend availability, O.R.