Diet Technician

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TEAM CEDC

Join our esteemed team at the Cambridge Eating Disorder Center (CEDC), a nationally recognized leader in eating disorder treatment, located in the vibrant Harvard Square. With a well-established reputation and a consistently supportive culture, CEDC offers a fantastic work environment for professionals dedicated to making a meaningful impact in behavioral healthcare.

Why Join CEDC?

• Excellent Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k), generous health, dental, vision insurance, and paid time off.
• Supportive Work Environment: Thrive in a consistent and supportive culture with a team that values respect and collaborative practice.
• Prime Location: Benefit from excellent local transportation options in the heart of Harvard Square, making your commute and lifestyle as convenient as possible.
• Professional Growth and Advancement: CEDC is committed to your professional development, offering opportunities for growth and continuous professional learning opportunities in dietetic care.

DIET TECHNICIAN

Position Overview:

As a Diet Technician in our Cambridge, MA location, you would assess and follow nutritional needs of CEDC patients in Residential level of care and work closely with our multidisciplinary team consistent with the philosophy and objectives of CEDC.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Correct patients’ menu for upcoming week to ensure that chosen foods comply with patient’s meal plan; write in appropriate portion sizes as needed.
• Assist patients with planning passes to include meals/snacks as appropriate for patient’s meal plan.
• Plan and conduct weekly cooking projects with patients.
• Plan weekly baking projects for residential counselors to perform with patients.
• Update fluid chart in the kitchen per dietitian fluid recommendations
• Patients are interviewed to identify food preferences, allergies and nutritional status per established guidelines.
• Meal rounds are performed to monitor food quality and patient intake.
• Assigned patients are visited daily to ascertain tolerance of nutritional therapy per established guidelines.
• Patient menu assistance is provided to ensure patient selection complies with prescribed diet.
• Nutrient intakes are collected, calculated, and recorded in the medical record in accordance with established standards.
• Diet is calculated and patient menu updated as necessary.
• Patient selective menus are distributed and retrieved to meet established timeframes.
• Clerical duties including heading menus, preparing production sheets, and updating patient menus are completed to meet established standards.
• Assist with receipt of grocery delivery
• Patient education is reinforced to support established regimen
• Assist dietician or Food Services Director with any other duties as needed

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor Degree in Nutrition or Dietetic Technician Degree program
• Students in an accredited undergraduate nutrition program may be considered depending on experience.
• Knowledge of food safety required. In-depth understanding of ingredients and allergies required.

We are looking for dedicated professionals ready to make a significant difference in the lives of our patients. If you are passionate about mental health care and looking for a fulfilling career with ample opportunities for professional growth, we would love to hear from you. Join us at CEDC, where your work is not just a job, but a journey to improve lives. We look forward to welcoming you to our team!

Please email your interest with a Resume/CV to info@cedcmail.com or dpiantedosi@cedcmail.com

Required education: Bachelors Degree in Nutrition or Dietetics

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 – $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Cambridge, MA 02138 (Required)

Work Location: In person