Oregon Health & Science University

The Diet Tech provides support to the Adult and Pediatric Dietitians, and Room Service Call Center staff.. Provide support to the Call Center Communication Specialist and Meal Service Associates, "trouble shoot" computer problems, and calculate recipes for modified infant formulas, enter menus into CBORD system as time permits and as needed. Enter diets and supplements in CBORD; update CBORD to reflect nutrition orders from EPIC patient summary. Completion of a Dietetic Technician Associate’s degree; OR. Dietetic Technician, Registered with the Commission on Dietetic Registration

dietetic technician

Department Overview OHSU is proud to be designated a Magnet hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Just 9 percent of U.S. healthcare organizations hold this designation. We pride ourselves in not only serving our community with the highest of accolades but also pushing a multifaceted mission that strives for excellence within the OHSU Culture. We want you, apply and work with us today! https://www.ohsu.edu/ This position uses information systems and customer service skills to coordinate patient nutrition care. The Diet Tech provides support to the Adult and Pediatric Dietitians, and Room Service Call Center staff. Tasks include calculating and recording results of nutrient intake analysis in the medical record, calculating specialized enteral/infant feedings, monitoring inventory usage, placing orders for enteral and infant nutrition products. May provide clinical nutrition care to less nutritionally complicated patients including providing nutrition education to these patients as directed by and under the direct supervision of the Director of Clinical Nutrition or Clinical Dietitians. Function/Duties of Position <ul><li> Calculate nutrient intake analysis data and enter the results in the medical record (calorie count </li><li> Monitor usage and order enteral and infant formula product, updating census sheets </li><li> Provide nutrition care and education to low nutrition risk patients as directed by and under the direct supervision of the clinical dietitians </li><li> Provide support to the Call Center Communication Specialist and Meal Service Associates, "trouble shoot" computer problems, and calculate recipes for modified infant formulas, enter menus into CBORD system as time permits and as needed </li><li> Enter diets and supplements in CBORD; update CBORD to reflect nutrition orders from EPIC patient summary </li></ul>Required Qualifications <ul><li> Completion of a Dietetic Technician Associate’s degree; OR </li><li> Associate’s Degree in Science (AS), OR </li><li> Associate’s Degree in Applied Science (AAS), OR </li><li> Four year degree in Food and Nutrition or related field </li><li> Working knowledge of basic math, applied clinical nutrition </li><li> Demonstrated ability to screen individuals for nutrition risk, calculate diets for common conditions, determine nutrient requirements </li><li> Must be able to work in an office with 2-5 others </li><li> Must be flexible in work schedule (includes weekend and holiday rotations) </li><li> Must be able to work fully on-site (may be eligible for hybrid/telework in the future) </li><li> Ability to work in a fast paced environment </li><li> Ability to walk extensively during shift </li><li> Must be able to carry 15ibs (1 case of formula) </li><li> Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation </li></ul>Preferred Qualifications <ul><li> ServSafe Certification (if not certified when hired must pass within 3 months of hire) </li><li> Food Handlers Card if ServSafe Certification not current </li><li> Dietetic Technician, Registered with the Commission on Dietetic Registration </li></ul>Additional Details Salary Range: $21.86 - $29.57 per hour All are welcome Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.

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