Nutrition Technician - Klarman Eating Disorder Center

Klarman Eating Disorder Residential Unit Nutrition Technician
Summary
Responsible for assisting the Dietitian in the provision of nutrition services to a broad patient population. This includes appropriate meals, between-meal nourishments, and special formulas required by each individual patient.
Does this position require Patient Care? Yes
Essential Functions
-Assists dietitian in the assessment of nutritional needs.
-Interview patients to identify food preferences, allergies, and nutritional status.
-Assesses patient calorie counts, percentage of food consumed by the patient, conducts meal rounds, diet restriction monitoring, etc.
-Maintains pertinent records.


Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent required or Associate's Degree Dietetics preferred
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
Dietetic Technician, Registered [DTR/NDTR] - Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) preferred
Experience
Dietetic technician experience with multiple patient populations 1-2 years preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Good communication skills.
- High level of service delivery.
- Attention to detail.
- Computer proficiency.

The position is for Klarman Eating Disorders Center (KEDC) which focuses on the treatment of eating disorders (anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, ARFID) in a multi-month residential and partial program. Training integrates an evidence-based approach in the treatment of these individuals.

The McLean Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.