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Responsibilities
This position is responsible for screening all new admits, assessing patients at-risk for malnutrition, and providing ongoing monitoring and follow-up of all low- and at-risk patients. The dietetic technician, registered (DTR) participates in quality improvement initiatives at the direction of Clinical Nutrition leadership and the dietitian. Demonstrates knowledge of Medical Nutrition Therapy across the adult life span, including the ability to provide education to patients/caregivers as indicated based on medical history and current clinical status. Requires the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s nutritional status and appropriately interpret information relative to the patient’s age-specific needs. Proficient computer skills necessary for daily tasks.
Qualifications
Enrollment in or completion of: An approved Dietetic Technology Consortium Program at an accredited collegeor university throughthe Accreditation Councilfor Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND);
OR an approved Nutritionor Dietetics Bachelor’s Program at an accredited collegeor university through the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) within one year of hire date, must pass the national registration examination administered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).
Must complete continuing professional educational requirements to maintain registration.
Must have good interpersonal skills and a thorough understanding of therapeutic diets, either through coursework or on-the-job training and experience.
Certification as a Dietetic Technician, Registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration within 1 year after accepting Tech-Dietetic position.
Exemption Status
Nonexempt
Compensation Detail
Education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.; $18.11 - 24.48/ hour;
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Schedule
Full Time
Hours/Pay Period
80
Schedule Details
Day shifts
Weekend Schedule
Part of weekend rotation
International Assignment
No
Site Description
Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.
Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer
As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.
Recruiter
Tricia Harding