Dietetic Technician

Req Number 130106Job Responsibility

Assists in screening patients at nutritional risk by interviewing patients to obtain diet history, limited nutrition assessment data and food preferences. Reviews medical record to obtain pertinent nutrition information. Evaluates data collected to determine if patients are at nutritional risk.

Visits patients on assigned units to obtain meal selections utilizing the CBORD/BME (Bedside Menu Entry) program. Modifies daily menus in accordance with the patient's diet prescription, food preferences, etc.

Implements nutrition care plan and provides consultation for those not at nutritional risk. Refers patients at nutritional risk to a qualified dietitian. Calculates diets as ordered for patients on regular or special diets and tube feedings.

Documents nutritional screening/assessment information into the CBORD system and appropriate assessment forms. Maintains related records, files, etc.

Observes patients during meal service noting food acceptance and adherence to diet.

Performs related duties, as required.

Job Qualification

Associates Degree in Nutrition or Dietetics, required.

Registration with the American Dietetic Association, preferred.

One (1) year dietetic experience, preferred.

Additional Salary DetailThe salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).The salary range for this position is $25.06-$27.52/hourIt is Northwell Health’s policy to provide equal employment opportunity and treat all applicants and employees equally regardless of their age, race, creed/religion, color, national origin, immigration status or citizenship status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, sex/gender, gender identity, gender expression, disability, pregnancy, genetic information or genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital or familial status, partnership status, victim of domestic violence, sexual or other reproductive health decisions, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.