Diet Technician 2* MC
On-siteLoma Linda, California, United States
Job Summary
Review initial nutrition screens to identify malnutrition triggers and refer patients to dietitians. Complete subsequent screenings throughout admission to track changes in nutritional status and ensure referrals occur within designated timeframes. Respond to calls regarding menu selections, evaluate food appropriateness against diet restrictions and allergies, and visit bedside to explain orders and assist patients with menu choices. Verify all provided items comply with dietary guidelines and food allergies, then complete nutrient intake analysis reports in LLEAP. Participate in patient counseling on medical nutrition therapy under supervision, train dietetic students, and attend clinical meetings. Requires Dietetic Technician, Registered certification and a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Food or Nutrition.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelors and/or Master's Degree in Food or Nutrition
- Associate's Degree in Nutrition & Dietetics with Diet Technician Registration (DTR) certification from the Commission on Dietetic Registration
- Dietetic Technician, Registered (DTR) certification
- Associate's Degree
- Food Handlers Certification
- Minimum of one year experience
- Knowledge of nutritional food values
- Knowledge of meal planning
- Knowledge of therapeutic menu processes
- Ability to operate calculator
- Ability to operate computer
- Ability to operate typewriter
- Ability to operate copy machines
- Ability to operate telephone
- Ability to read
- Ability to write legibly
- Ability to speak in English
- Ability to speak in Spanish
- Ability to use computer
- Ability to use software programs
- Ability to troubleshoot
- Ability to calibrate patient care equipment
- Ability to relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others
- Ability to be assertive and consistent in following and/or enforcing policies
- Ability to work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure
- Ability to lead, supervise, teach, and collaborate
- Ability to accept direction
- Ability to communicate effectively in English in person
- Ability to communicate effectively in English in writing
- Ability to communicate effectively in English on the telephone
- Ability to think critically
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Ability to perform basic math functions
- Ability to manage multiple assignments effectively
- Ability to work well under pressure
- Ability to problem solve
- Ability to organize and prioritize workload
- Ability to recall information with accuracy
- Ability to pay close attention to detail
- Ability to distinguish colors
- Ability to distinguish smells
- Ability to hear sufficiently for general conversation in person
- Ability to hear sufficiently for general conversation on the telephone
- Ability to identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the work place/patient care
- Ability to see adequately to read computer screens
- Ability to see adequately to read medical records
- Ability to see adequately to read written documents necessary for the position
- Ability to discern temperature variances through touch
Desired Qualifications
- Minimum of one year experience preferred
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