Part Time Dietetic Technician

Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Part-Time Dietetic Technician- RDT (Registered Dietetic Technician) on a contract basis! This position is in a healthcare facility 30 minutes west of Concord NH.

This energized role offers an exciting opportunity to apply your expertise in clinical nutrition, patient care, and dietary management to improve health outcomes. As a vital member of the nutrition services department, you will collaborate closely with healthcare professionals to develop and implement personalized care plans, support patients with diverse dietary needs, and ensure optimal nutritional support across various settings. This position is ideal for motivated professionals eager to make a meaningful impact while working flexible hours in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist registered dietitians in conducting patient assessments and nutritional evaluations, including diagnostic evaluations and long-term care planning.
• Develop, monitor, and adjust individualized nutrition care plans tailored to patients’ medical conditions, including those requiring tube feeding or specialized dietary interventions.
• Provide nutrition counseling and health coaching to promote healthy lifestyle choices and support chronic disease management.
• Collaborate effectively with healthcare teams-including physicians, nurses, and therapists-to coordinate comprehensive patient care and ensure seamless electronic health records (EHR/EHR) management.
• Educate patients on nutrition support strategies, weight loss programs, and dietary modifications suited for geriatrics or acute care populations.
• Document all patient interactions, assessments, and care plans accurately within electronic medical records systems while maintaining compliance with healthcare regulations.

• Current registration as a Dietetic Technician Registered (RDT) with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).
• Proven experience working within clinical nutrition settings such as hospitals, long-term care facilities, or dietary departments.
• Strong knowledge of physiology, medical nutrition therapy (MNT), and nutrition support techniques including tube feeding.
• Demonstrated skills in motivational interviewing, client communication, and nutrition counseling tailored to individuals with specific dietary needs.
• Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems for documentation and electronic health records management.
• Ability to perform patient assessments accurately and efficiently in fast-paced settings such as acute care or geriatrics.
• Knowledge of chronic disease management strategies related to nutrition and weight loss initiatives.