Dietetic Technician (DTR) Contract Opportunity

Location: New York NY
Shift: Day Shift 5x8 Hours 11:00 AM 7:00 PM
Employment Type: Contract Local & Travel Candidates Welcome

Position Overview

Navitas Healthcare LLC is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Dietetic Technician to support patient nutritional care within a fast-paced healthcare environment. This role involves assisting with meal planning monitoring dietary intake supporting therapeutic diet implementation and collaborating with clinical staff to promote positive patient outcomes.

The ideal candidate will possess strong knowledge of nutrition principles food safety standards and dietary service operations along with excellent communication and organizational skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with patient meal planning and dietary support services
• Monitor and document patient food intake and nutrition-related information
• Support implementation of therapeutic and specialized diets
• Educate patients on basic nutrition and dietary guidelines under supervision of a Registered Dietitian
• Maintain accurate dietary documentation within EMR systems
• Ensure compliance with food safety sanitation and infection control standards
• Coordinate with nursing and healthcare teams regarding patient dietary needs
• Assist with food service operations inventory management and meal distribution

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Associate degree in Dietetic Technology Nutrition or related field preferred
• DTR (Dietetic Technician Registered) certification preferred or required per facility guidelines
• Minimum 1 year of experience in dietary services nutrition support or healthcare setting preferred
• Knowledge of therapeutic diets nutrition principles and food service operations
• Familiarity with EMR systems preferred
• CPR/BLS certification preferred or required
• Strong communication teamwork and organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced clinical environment

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About Navitas Healthcare LLC certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.