Nutrition Technician

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.

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