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.
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
Work Values
| Work Value | Score |
|---|---|
| Achievement | 2.67 |
| Working Conditions | 2.83 |
| Recognition | 2.33 |
| Relationships | 5.33 |
| Support | 5.33 |
| Independence | 3 |
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.