Dietetic Technician - Sodexo

Unit Description

Join a great team where patients are at the heart of everything we do!

Sodexo is seeking a fulltime Nutrition and Dietetics Technician, Registered (NDTR or DTR) at Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) Schuylkill Hospital. This is a clinical position, working with the Dietitians and patients at Schuylkill Hospital.  

No weekends or holidays!

The successful candidate will:

• perform nutrition screening of patients and assess nutrition risk levels per established criteria;
• provide appropriate nutrition education;
• conduct meal rounds and tray audits;
• participate in performance improvement initiatives with the goal of increasing patient satisfaction; and
• participate in departmental activities, meetings, committees and other nutrition related tasks. 

Is this opportunity right for you? We are looking for candidates who have:

• Associate in Applied Science Degree in Dietetic Technology OR Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics;
• DTR or NDTR - required;
• a good knowledge base of diet and related medical nutrition therapies;
• sound nutrition education skills;
• interpersonal skills to effectively interact with a diverse population and collaborate in a team environment; and
• good time management skills.

Learn more about Lehigh Valley Health Network

Sodexo offers a full array of benefits including paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, vision, 401K and access to ongoing training and development programs, tuition reimbursement, plus health and wellness programs.   

What We Offer

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
• 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

Qualifications & Requirements

Basic Education Requirement - Associate's Degree or equivalent experience Sodexo is an EEO/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.