Dietetic Technician - Saratoga Springs, United States - Saratoga Hospital

Description

Summary of Position: Provides clinical support to team of acute care dietitians. Conducts nutrition screening of all patients, including consult triggers, according to department policy, collects pertinent patient data, completes low- and moderate-risk nutrition assessments under the supervision of a registered dietitian, provides basic diet education to patients, conducts quarterly test tray audits and assists with employee and community nutrition education programs. Works closely with department staff to periodically review and revise patient menus and nourishment lists.

Primary Job Responsibilities:

Screening: Conducts nutrition screening of all patients and assigns nutrition risk levels based on screening results. Uses screening results to determine dietitians' daily assessment priorities, guiding clinical nutrition workflow. Assists with malnutrition screening and diagnosis using nutrition-focused physical exam findings.

Data Collection: Collects pertinent data on patients requiring nutrition assessments, may include acceptance of nutrition supplements, food intakes, weight, etc. Facilitates monthly test trays and reports results to department leadership team and staff.

Education: Completes nutrition assessments for low nutrition risk patients under the supervision of a registered dietitian. Provides basic diet education to appropriate patients prior to discharge. Documents in patient medical records, using the Nutrition Care Process. Represents Clinical Nutrition team at employee and community education programs. Facilitates classes such as community heart failure and pre-op orthopedic classes.

Rounding: Participates in interdisciplinary rounds and patient care meetings.


Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Food and Nutrition or Dietetics required OR in lieu of a Bachelor's degree, we will consider candidates with an Associate's degree and a Dietetic Technician, Registered (DTR or NDTR). Dietetic Technician, Registered, strongly preferred. Membership in The Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics preferred. Serve Safe certification preferred.


Salary Range:
$ $28.27

Pay Grade: 18

Compensation may vary based upon, but not limited to: overall experience and qualifications, shift, and location.