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.