Life Care Centers Of America Glendale , AZ 85301
Posted 2 months ago
Position Summary
The Diet Tech Registered works in conjunction with the Dietitian to meet patients' needs in producing quality nutritional services outcomes and care in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.
Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements
Successfully completed a Dietetic Technician Program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) of the Academy
Current certification from the Commission on Dietetic Registration. Must maintain an active certification in good standing throughout employment.
Prior healthcare experience preferred
Specific Job Requirements
Proficient with computer software
Familiar with standards of practice used in the assessment of geriatric patients
Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care's Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training
Essential Functions
Complete thorough and timely nutrition documentation for each patient to identify problems, issues, or needs to be addressed through the interdisciplinary team and care plan process
Complete assigned parts of nutrition documentation per State requirements
Participate in Interdisciplinary Patient Care meetings involving nutrition
Assist Registered Dietitian in the collection of nutrition information
Assist with other food service duties as required
Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
Assist in the evacuation of patients
Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
Read, write, speak, and understand the English language
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Life Care Centers Of America