Diet Techician

Diet Tech

Job Responsibilities :

Perform / oversee the care planning & assessment function listed below :

Participate in maintaining records of the resident's food likes and dislikes

Assist in developing preliminary and comprehensive assessments of the dietary needs of each resident

Assist in developing a written dietary plan of care that identifies the dietary problems / needs of the resident and the goals to be accomplished for each

Encourage the resident / family to participate in the development and review of the residents’ plan of care

Ensure that all dietary personnel are aware of the care plan and that care plans are used in planning daily dietary services for the resident

Review nurses’ note to determine if the care plan is being followed. Discuss problem areas with the Director of Nursing

Ensure that the care plan identifies any special equipment and utensils the resident may need

Review and revise care plans and assessments as necessary, but at least quarterly

Perform other duties as assigned

Education and Qualifications :

While it is a requirement the facility will support the candidate to become appropriately certified

Graduate of an accredited course in dietetic training approved by the American Dietetic Association required

Registration as a Food Service Director in Pennsylvania required

Must provide documentation of registry / certificate upon application for position.

Minimum two (2) years’ experience in a supervisory capacity in a health care setting

Must have training in cost control, food management, & diet therapy

Previous long-term care experience is preferred