Dietetic Technician

81139BR

Patient Services-Clinical Nutrition

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Status
Full-Time

Standard Hours per Week
40

Job Category
Clinical,

Regular, Temporary, Per Diem

Office/Site Location
Boston

Remote Eligibility

Job Posting Description

At Boston Children’s Hospital, the quality of our care – and our inclusive hospital working environment – lies in the diversity of our people. With patients from local communities and 160 countries around the world, we’re committed to reflecting the spectrum of their cultures, while opening doors of opportunity for our team. Here, different talents pursue common goals. Voices are heard and ideas are shared. Join us, and discover how your unique contributions can change lives. Yours included.

Position Summary:

Boston Children’s Hospital is seeking Dietetic Technicians for per-diem, part-time, and full-time roles. These positions include weekday day shifts and weekend coverage options.

All new hires will participate in a 1–2 month training period, which includes 2–3 weekday shifts per week to support full orientation and clinical readiness.

Dietetic Technicians support the Clinical Nutrition team by assisting in the delivery of high-quality nutritional care to patients and families in both inpatient and outpatient settings.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Assisting the Clinical Dietitian in providing optimal nutritional care to patients.

  • Screening patients who may be at nutritional risk and providing supportive clinical care and follow-up.

  • Calculating patient nutrient and energy intake when ordered by a provider or requested by a dietitian.

  • Providing nutrition-related education for patients and caregivers on select modified diets.

  • Monitoring understanding and implementation of nutrition interventions and communicating progress to the Registered Dietitian.

  • Modifying care plans as needed in collaboration with the Clinical Dietitian.


Minimum Qualifications

Education:

  • Associate’s degree from an ACEND-accredited program is required.

  • Bachelor’s degree from an ACEND-accredited program is preferred.

Experience:

  • Minimum of one to two years of related experience preferred.

  • Proficiency with nutrient analysis software and basic computer skills.

  • Strong communication and analytical skills to support patient-centered care.

Licensure/Certifications:

  • Registered Dietetic Technician credential from the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) is preferred.

  • ServSafe Certification is preferred.


Boston Children’s Hospital encourages diverse candidates to apply.
We offer competitive compensation and unmatched benefits including flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts, and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.

Boston Children’s Hospital requires all employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and Flu, (unless you are eligible for a medical or religious exemption).

Boston Children’s Hospital is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.

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