Occupation: Dietetic Technicians

Dietetic Technicians

Assist in the provision of food service and nutritional programs, under the supervision of a dietitian. May plan and produce meals based on established guidelines, teach principles of food and nutrition, or counsel individuals.

29-2051.00 | 13 tasks | 10 job titles
Reported Job Titles (10)
  • Cook Chill Technician (CCT)
  • Diet Assistant
  • Diet Clerk
  • Diet Tech (Diet Technician)
  • Diet Tech (Dietetic Technician)
  • Diet Technician Registered (DTR)
  • Dietary Aide
  • Dietetic Assistant
  • Dietetic Technician Registered (DTR)
  • Nutrition Technician
Core Tasks (10)
  • Observe and monitor patient food intake and body weight, and report changes, progress, and dietary problems to dietician.
  • Conduct nutritional assessments of individuals, including obtaining and evaluating individuals' dietary histories, to plan nutritional programs.
  • Prepare a major meal, following recipes and determining group food quantities.
  • Supervise food production or service or assist dietitians or nutritionists in food service supervision or planning.
  • Plan menus or diets or guide individuals or families in food selection, preparation, or menu planning, based upon nutritional needs and established guidelines.
  • Develop job specifications, job descriptions, or work schedules.
  • Attend interdisciplinary meetings with other health care professionals to discuss patient care.
  • Provide dietitians with assistance researching food, nutrition, or food service systems.
  • Select, schedule, or conduct orientation or in-service education programs.
  • Analyze menus or recipes, standardize recipes, or test new products.
Supplemental Tasks (3)
  • Determine food and beverage costs and assist in implementing cost control procedures.
  • Refer patients to other relevant services to provide continuity of care.
  • Deliver speeches on diet, nutrition, or health to promote healthy eating habits and illness prevention and treatment.