They perform some tasks which are similar to those performed by Dietitians; however, these tasks are performed under the guidance and direction of a Dietitian or Nutrition Services Administrator. Current registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) as a Dietetic Technician, Registered or Nutrition and Dietetics Technician, Registered.
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Location
West Haverstraw, New York
Website
helenhayeshosp.org
Description
Dietitian Technicians assist professional dietitians by performing standardized nutritional care tasks such as summarizing and maintaining records of patients’ diets, providing information on diets and food preparation to patients and their families, and consulting with facility staff regarding changes in patient’s diets. They perform some tasks which are similar to those performed by Dietitians; however, these tasks are performed under the guidance and direction of a Dietitian or Nutrition Services Administrator. Prepares and maintains patients’ dietary histories as part of their nutritional care and overall treatment plans. Records current diet plans prescribed by the physician as well as modified diet orders written by the physician. Regularly prepares a census showing the number of patients under each diet plan available. Other duties as assigned. Periodically abstracts information from patients’ dietary records and enters the information on patients’ medical records.
Shift: Per Diem Day- needs to be available to work weekends, holidays and other days as needed.
Requirements
Current registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) as a Dietetic Technician, Registered or Nutrition and Dietetics Technician, Registered.