Dietetic Technician - Food & Nutrition Services - Hopewell - Per Diem

Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology. Capital Health is a dynamic health care resource accredited by the DNV that includes two hospitals, an outpatient center, satellite ED, and an expansive network of primary and specialty care. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 600 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region.

Capital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates.

The listed pay range or pay rate reflects compensation for a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position. Actual compensation may differ depending on assigned hours and position status (e.g., part-time).

Pay Range:

Position Overview

SUMMARY (Basic Purpose of the Job)

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: Associate's degree from an approved dietetic program or Bachelor's in Nutrition or Dietetics.

Experience: One year experience in hospital environment with on the job training preferred.

Other Credentials:

Knowledge and Skills: Basic computer skills.

Special Training:

Mental, Behavioral and Emotional Abilities:

Usual Work Day:8 Hours  

Reporting Relationships

Does this position formally supervise employees? No

If set to YES, then this position has the authority (delegated) to hire, terminate, discipline, promote or effectively recommend such to manager.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Uses established criteria to identify patients at moderate nutritional risk. Refers high risk patients to Registered Dietician. Uses information gained from patient interview and data from medical record to write appropriate and complete chart notes.
• Ensures nutrition care and documentation are within established time frames. Documents nutrition care in dietary Kardexes in accordance with established protocols.
• Calculates accurately nutrition needs. Uses patient information, medical record data, and nutrition calculations to accurately assess patient's nutritional status.
• Utilizes appropriately nutrition assessment to facilitate development of care plan in accordance with clinical nutrition practice guidelines.
• Posts, calculates, and documents calorie counts accurately.
• Documents appropriate content and recommendations as required by auditing criteria.
• Communicates successfully to educate patients on modified diets and food and drug interactions.
• Acts as the Food/Nutrition Department liaison on specified nursing units with the clinical, medical, and ancillary staff. Communicates professionally, courteously, consistently and appropriately. Relays nursing issues of patient care and food service to the appropriate person for resolution.
• Answers telephone appropriately with name, department, and helpful demeanor. Greets and communicates customers professionally and effectively.
• Participates in performance improvement activities as assigned.
• Prepares required reports such as monthly statistics completely, legibly and timely.
• Completes assigned meal rounds and tray assessments as required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Frequent physical demands include: Sitting , Standing , Walking , Talk or Hear

Occasional physical demands include: Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) , Carry objects , Push/Pull , Twisting , Bending , Reaching forward , Reaching overhead , Squat/kneel/crawl , Wrist position deviation , Keyboard use/repetitive motion , Taste or Smell

Continuous physical demands include:

Lifting Floor to Waist 15 lbs. Lifting Waist Level and Above 10 lbs.

Sensory Requirements include: Accurate Near Vision, Accurate Far Vision, Color Discrimination, Accurate Depth Perception, Accurate Hearing

Anticipated Occupational Exposure Risks Include the following: Bloodborne Pathogens , Chemical , Airborne Communicable Disease , Dust/Particulate Matter
 

This position is eligible for the following benefits:

• Retirement Savings and Investment Plan

• Disability Benefits – Short Term Disability (STD)

• Sick Time Off

• Employee Assistance Program

The pay range 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 base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered including, but not limited to location, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget, market data, and internal equity. Bonus and/or incentive eligibility are determined by role and level. 

The salary applies specifically to the position being advertised and does not include potential bonuses, incentive compensation, differential pay or other forms of compensation, compensation allowance, or benefits health or welfare. Actual total compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, and other relevant criteria.