Dietetic Technician

Dietetic Technician

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

The Dietetic Technician is responsible for daily routines and functions in order to see that all patients receive meals in a timely fashion and the meals meet the physician's orders and patient preferences. The Dietetic Technician Level I is responsible for assisting in planning and implementing nutritional programs and services in the hospital.

High School diploma/GED plus two (2) years of experience in customer service required. Ideal candidate is team-oriented and has great customer service skills. Must be able to work during Inclement Weather. Must be able to work rotating Weekends and Holidays. Experience in a food service or patient care setting is preferred.

Responsibilities include assisting patients and ensuring that patients receive meals and nourishment in accordance with current diet orders and food allergens, proactively seeking patients' food orders, taking food orders, serving trays in a timely manner, accurately identifying patient and appropriate tray, assessing and troubleshooting issues at the point of service, responding to patient requests, retrieving trays from assigned patient units, preparing beverages, stocking coolers, freezers, and dry storage items, ensuring FIFO, proper temperatures, and proper labeling standards are applied, following cleaning checklist, maintaining a clean and organized work area, greeting customers in a courteous manner, serving as a role model for other employees, demonstrating integrity, compassion, respect, and a positive attitude, and performing other duties as assigned by management.

Physical Requirements include standing continuously, sitting never, walking frequently, bending, crawling, crouching, kneeling, stooping, or reaching overhead frequently, lifting and carrying 26–50 lbs., pushing and pulling 26–50 lbs., using hands to touch, handle, or feel continuously, talking continuously, hearing continuously, tasting or smelling occasionally, reading, concentrating, and analytical thinking continuously. Work Environment includes a physical environment inside a medical environment, noise level loud. Hazards include chemicals, electrical, fumes, gases, and odors, heavy machinery.

Salary Information: Commensurate with education and experience. Required Documents to Apply: List of three Professional References (name, email, business title). Optional Documents: None.

Special Instructions to Applicants: All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements: This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.