What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nutrition Technician - Eating Disorders position at McLean Hospital?
Nutrition Tech 1 Per Diem Klarman Eating Disorders
Summary
Responsible for assisting the Dietitian in the provision of nutrition services to a broad patient population. This includes appropriate meals, between-meal nourishments, and special formulas required by each individual patient.
Does this position require Patient Care? Yes
Essential Functions
Assists dietitian in the assessment of nutritional needs.
-Interview patients to identify food preferences, allergies, and nutritional status.
-Assesses patient calorie counts, percentage of food consumed by the patient, conducts meal rounds, diet restriction monitoring, etc.
-Maintains pertinent records.
Education High School Diploma or Equivalent required or Associate's Degree Dietetics preferred Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Dietetic Technician, Registered [DTR/NDTR] - Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) preferred Experience Dietetic technician experience with multiple patient populations 1-2 years preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Good communication skills. - High level of service delivery. - Attention to detail. - Computer proficiency.
Physical RequirementsStanding Frequently (34-66%)
Walking Frequently (34-66%)
Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs (w/assisted device)
Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
Talking Constantly (67-100%)
Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
The McLean Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
It is the policy of McLean Hospital to affirmatively provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants for employment and existing employees without regard to their race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, ancestry, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis that would be in violation of any applicable law or regulation.
Education High School Diploma or Equivalent required or Associate's Degree Dietetics preferred Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Dietetic Technician, Registered [DTR/NDTR] - Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) preferred Experience Dietetic technician experience with multiple patient populations 1-2 years preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Good communication skills. - High level of service delivery. - Attention to detail. - Computer proficiency.
Physical Requirements
The McLean Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
It is the policy of McLean Hospital to affirmatively provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants for employment and existing employees without regard to their race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, ancestry, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis that would be in violation of any applicable law or regulation.