Travel Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) - $640 per week in Tiffin, OH

The role includes distributing diet trays in the main dining room, assisting in serving diets, and implementing clientele transfers and diet modifications. Assisting dietitians in communicating patient dietary needs and advising food service supervisors on menu interpretations are required duties.

Job Title: Dietetic Technician Profession: Dietetic Technician Specialty: Staff Augmentation Duration: 52 weeks Shift: Day Hours per Shift: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Experience: Minimum years of experience required License: Ohio Licensure Certifications: CPR Certification Must-Have: - Graduate of an associate degree program approved by the American Dietetic Association - Completed program meeting academic standards set by the American Dietetic Association for dietitians and received a baccalaureate or higher degree from a recognized institution Description: This position involves collecting data and information concerning patient food acceptance and plate waste studies. The technician performs routine quality assurance activities related to the monitoring of patient services. Tasks include conducting temperature tests, visiting patients for food acceptance surveys, and performing plate waste studies. Preparation of production sheets according to daily ward census is required. The technician receives written physician diet orders and makes changes on menu cards and special diet lists. Maintaining files and information such as patient cardex files and daily census reports is a key duty. Nutritional supplements and special feedings must be prepared when ordered, ensuring coordination between nutrition and the food service department. Checking the quality and quantity of food and reporting any problems or discrepancies to management is an essential task. Assisting dietitians in communicating patient dietary needs and advising food service supervisors on menu interpretations are required duties. The role includes distributing diet trays in the main dining room, assisting in serving diets, and implementing clientele transfers and diet modifications. Participation in planning and implementing educational in-service training for dietary department staff is expected. Operating audiovisual equipment and procuring materials for educational programs is part of the responsibilities. Assisting the dietitian in instructing patients in proper eating habits and basic nutrition is necessary. Providing in-service training to personnel in proper food handling is also required.