Diet Technician

Diet Technician

Location: Houston, TX – Medical Center Area

Pay Rate: Starting at $23.00/hour

Schedule: Monday–Friday 8:00 AM or 8:30 AM–5:00 PM

Dean’s Professional Services is seeking a knowledgeable and detail-oriented Diet Technician to support a leading healthcare organization in the Medical Center area of Houston, TX. This is an excellent opportunity for a nutrition professional with experience in clinical nutrition, dietary assessments, and formula preparation who is passionate about supporting patients across all age groups.

Responsibilities

• Support clinical nutrition staff with nutrition screening, monitoring, patient education, and other nutrition-related services.

• Screen and rescreen patients for nutrition risks using established hospital criteria and screening tools.

• Document nutrition screening results and relevant findings in the medical record.

• Refer patients with identified nutrition concerns to the appropriate dietitian according to hospital policy.

• Perform nutrient intake analyses and calculate nutritional requirements as assigned.

• Initiate calorie count studies at the request of a dietitian or through physician orders.

• Educate patients and families on accurately recording daily oral intake.

• Provide dietitians with timely information regarding patient nutrition concerns, growth, and nutrient intake.

• Assist with coordinating nutrition-related products, supplies, patient referrals, and dietary needs.

• Help patients select appropriate menu options for modified diets.

• Provide age-appropriate nutrition education related to formula preparation, food and drug interactions, and therapeutic diets.

• Coordinate patient requests and dietary needs to support accurate diet and formula orders.

• Assist with formula preparation and formula room responsibilities while following infection prevention and safety guidelines.

• Verify formula preparation accuracy and calculations through routine audits.

• Collect and enter data for departmental quality initiatives, including nutrition audits, NPO/clear-liquid monitoring, and food and drug interaction education.

• Participate in departmental meetings, committees, and the review and development of nutrition-related educational materials, policies, and procedures.

• Adjust nutrition support and education to meet the needs of neonates, infants, toddlers, preschool-age children, school-age children, adolescents, and adults.

Qualifications

• Technical Diploma in a Dietetic Education Program or a Bachelor's Degree in a nutrition-related field required.

• Nutrition and Dietetics Technician, Registered (NDTR) or Dietetic Technician, Registered (DTR) credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration.

• Knowledge of nutrition, dietetics, and dietary requirements across pediatric and adult populations.

• Experience or knowledge of infant, pediatric, and adult formulas.

• Proficiency in nutritional calculations and formula preparation.

• Ability to perform nutrition screening, nutrient intake analysis, and calorie count documentation.

• Familiarity with modified diets, food and drug interactions, and nutrition education.

• Ability to provide age-appropriate care and education across all patient age groups.

• Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheets, and nutrition software.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively with dietitians, physicians, nurses, and other members of the healthcare team.

• Strong attention to detail, organization, and commitment to patient safety and quality care.

Why Join Dean’s Professional Services?

• Competitive pay.

• Consistent Monday–Friday schedule.

• Opportunity to apply and strengthen clinical nutrition and dietetics expertise.

• Experience supporting patients across a variety of age groups and nutritional needs.

• Supportive and collaborative healthcare team.

• Professional environment focused on quality patient care.

• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.

• Benefits available, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

Dean’s Professional Services is a national, award-winning staffing firm. Since 1993, we have connected over 50,000 professionals nationwide with leading organizations by matching talent with opportunities that align with their skills, experience, and career goals.

Apply today at www.deansprofessionalservices.com or call 713-785-7483 for more information.

Dean’s Professional Services is a national, award-winning staffing solutions firm providing temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct-hire solutions across healthcare, administrative, and hospitality industries.