Dietary Technician

Job description

This position is a member of a multidisciplinary team. Responsible for screening inpatients for nutrition risk factors. Verify and relevant data and refer patients with nutrition problems or evolving nutrition problems to the Registered Dietitian (RD). Monitor and support the nutrition care of patients that are not followed by the RD. Assist and counsel patients and families in diet and diet progression, collect and calculate nutrient intakes, and assists with meal selections when necessary.
Providence Swedish caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at ~Swedish First Hill and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.
Required qualifications:
• Bachelor's Degree in Dietetics or Food & Nutrition --or--
• Completion of Dietetic Technician program (approved by Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics)

Preferred qualifications:
• 6 months of food service or nutrition care experience in a hospital setting

Why Join Providence Swedish?
Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our mission of improving the health and wellbeing of each patient we serve.