Dietetic Technician - Cayuga Nursing & Rehabilitation Center : Job Details

Cayuga Nursing & Rehabilitation Center - Cayuga Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is looking for a part time Dietetic TechnicianSummary DescriptionAssist in the provision of food service and nutritional programs, under the supervision of a dietitian. May plan and produce meals based on established guidelines, teach principles of food and nutrition, or counsel individuals. Job Tasks

• Conduct nutritional assessments of individuals, including obtaining and evaluating individuals' dietary histories, to plan nutritional programs.
• Collect medical information from patients, family members, or other medical professionals.
• Evaluate patient functioning, capabilities, or health.
• Analyze patient data to determine patient needs or treatment goals.
• Observe patient food intake and report progress and dietary problems to dietician.
• Monitor patient progress or responses to treatments.
• Inform medical professionals regarding patient conditions and care.
• Prepare a major meal, following recipes and determining group food quantities.
• Manage preparation of special meals or diets.
• Supervise food production or service or assist dietitians or nutritionists in food service supervision or planning.
• Supervise medical support personnel.
• Plan menus or diets or guide individuals or families in food selection, preparation, or menu planning, based upon nutritional needs and established guidelines.
• Manage preparation of special meals or diets.
• Provide health and wellness advice to patients, program participants, or caregivers.
• Determine food and beverage costs and assist in implementing cost control procedures.
• Develop job specifications, job descriptions, or work schedules.
• Analyze menus or recipes, standardize recipes, or test new products.
• Manage preparation of special meals or diets.
• Deliver speeches on diet, nutrition, or health to promote healthy eating habits and illness prevention and treatment.
• Communicate health and wellness information to the public.
• Refer patients to other relevant services to provide continuity of care.
• Refer patients to other healthcare practitioners or health resources.
• Select, schedule, or conduct orientation or in-service education programs.
• Train medical providers.
• Provide dietitians with assistance researching food, nutrition, or food service systems.
• Conduct research to increase knowledge about medical issues.
• Provides registered dietitian services according to policies and procedures, and federal/state requirements.

Qualifications

• Reqiured:
• Associates degree in nutrition or dietetics
• Experience working with a licensed dietitian
• Registered with the American Dietetic Association
• Licensed with the state dietetic association
• Experience working in a senior living facility

Additional Requirements:

• Must be able to lift/carry a maximum of 10 pounds, push/pull a maximum of 10 pounds, stand, sit, bend and walk for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to work around food and cleaning products.