Diet Tech LeBonheur

If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we embrace the Power of One!

We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South.

The Diet Technician is responsible for patient contact, nutrition care, data collection, nutrition education, nutrition screening, communication of patient needs, and other duties as assigned. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.

Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence.

A Brief Overview
The Diet Technician is responsible for patient contact, nutrition care, data collection, nutrition education, nutrition screening, communication of patient needs, and other duties as assigned. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.



What you will do

• Provides support for the Nutrition Care Process, under direction of the Registered Dietitian.
• Educates and communicates appropriately.
• Demostrates professional development and leadership.
• Demonstrates performance measurement and quality improvement.

Education/Formal Training Requirements

• Associate's Degree Dietetics
• Bachelor's Degree Dietetics

Work Experience Requirements

• No prior work experience

Licenses and Certifications Requirements

• Registered Registered Dietetic Technician - Commission on Dietetic Registration Commission on Dietetic Registration

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Good oral and written communications skills.

Supervision Provided by this Position

• There are no supervisory or lead responsibilities associated with this position.

Physical Demands

• The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion.
• Must have good balance and coordination.
• The physical requirements of this position are: light work - exerting up to 25 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently.
• The Associate is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity, such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading.
• The conditions to which the Associate will be subject in this position: The Associate is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions; job functions are typically performed under conditions such as those found in general office or administrative work.

Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity.

Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community.