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Per Diem - Dietetic Technician

Boston Children's Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
Nov 28, 2024
Job Posting Description At Boston Children's Hospital, the quality of our care - and our inclusive hospital working environment - lies in the diversity of our people. With patients from local communities and 160 countries around the world, we're committed to reflecting the spectrum of their cultures, while opening doors of opportunity for our team. Here, different talents pursue common goals. Voices are heard and ideas are shared. Join us, and discover how your unique contributions can change lives. Yours included. This is a per diem position with all shifts available. Hours would include days (Mon-Fri), weekends, and/or holidays. This Per Diem Dietetic Technician will be responsible for: Assisting the Clinical Dietitian in providing the optimal nutritional care to patients. Screening at-risks patients who may be at nutritional risk and provides supportive clinical care and follow-up. Calculates patient's nutrient and energy intake when ordered by a provider or as requested by dietitian. Provides nutrition-related education for patients and caregivers on select modified diets. Monitors progress through checking patient/family understanding of learned skills and follow through with plan. Monitors whether the intervention(s) is being implemented as prescribed, identifying data and information impacting effectiveness of intervention/plan of care. Communicates with RD regarding monitoring and evaluation activities, and with the RD, modifies the plan of care as needed. To qualify, you must have: Associate's degree from an ACEND accredited program required, Bachelor's Degree from an ACEND accredited program is preferred Registration by Commission on Dietetic Registration (the Credentialing agency of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics) as a Registered Dietetic Technician, preferred Minimum of one to two years related experience Analytical skills to resolve problems that require the use of basic scientific, mathematical, computer or technical principles. Proficiency in a nutrient analysis programs. Certification in ServSafe is preferred. Diverse candidates strongly urged to apply. Boston Children's Hospital requires all employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and Flu, (unless you are eligible for a medical or religious exemption). Boston Children's Hospital is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.