Dietary Technician Jobs in Alton, IL

A Dietary Technician plays a crucial role in the nutrition industry by working in tandem with dietitians to plan, implement, and oversee nutritional programs and diets for individuals in healthcare settings like hospitals, nursing homes, and clinics. They evaluate the dietary needs of patients, monitor their food and fluid intake, counsel on nutritional health and dietary habits, and ensure the safety and sanitary preparation of meals. They also manage food service operations and play a pivotal role in educating patients and their families about appropriate diets for their health conditions.

Dietary Technicians should possess strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills. They should have an in-depth understanding of nutrition and dietetics, and the ability to translate this knowledge into practical diet plans. They should also have excellent interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients, staff, and families. In terms of qualifications, a Dietary Technician is required to have an associate's degree in dietetic technology, nutrition, or a related field, and many employers prefer candidates who are certified by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR). Prior to becoming a Dietary Technician, a person may work as a Dietetic Clerk, Nutrition Assistant, or a Food Service Worker.

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Dietetic Technician I

  • Sodexo
  • Saint Louis, MO (21 miles from Alton, IL)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (21 miles from Alton, IL)
  • 14 hours ago

Medical nutrition therapy referral entry Formula Inventory purchasing....

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Dietary Aide

  • Healthcare Services Group
  • Godfrey, IL (5 miles from Alton, IL)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Godfrey, IL (5 miles from Alton, IL)
  • 22 hours ago

Overview Role: Dietary Aide Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Dietary Aide, where you will prepare and serve meals for residents in a long-term care facility. At HCSG, we are passionate...

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Dietary Aide

  • Tutera Senior Living
  • Saint Charles, MO (18 miles from Alton, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Saint Charles, MO (18 miles from Alton, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Dietary Aide Are you a Dietary Aide seeking an exciting new career opportunity? Look no further! Tutera Senior Living & Health Care is seeking dietary rockstars to join our team! If you are...

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Dietary Aide

  • National HealthCare Corporation
  • Maryland Heights, MO (22 miles from Alton, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Maryland Heights, MO (22 miles from Alton, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Join our Food Nutrition Service Team at NHC Maryland Heights!...

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Dietary Aide

  • Mission Health
  • Edwardsville, IL (11 miles from Alton, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Edwardsville, IL (11 miles from Alton, IL)
  • 11 days ago

Smith Center Health and Rehab in Smith Center, KS is looking to hire a full-time Dietary Aide to join our team. Are you looking for a career with a health care company that will value you? Do you...

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Nutrition Technician

  • St. Louis County (MO)
  • Clayton, MO (22 miles from Alton, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Clayton, MO (22 miles from Alton, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Required course work includes at least one course in diet therapy or medical nutrition therapy I & II and one course in community nutrition or nutrition in the life cycle....

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Dietary Aide

  • Aerotek
  • Richmond Heights, MO (23 miles from Alton, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Richmond Heights, MO (23 miles from Alton, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

Dietary Aid START ASAP Job Description We are seeking dedicated Dietary aides to join our team. Weekend work is required every other weekend. The role involves accurately and efficiently...

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Dietary Aide

  • NewVista Behavioral Health
  • Saint Louis, MO (21 miles from Alton, IL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (21 miles from Alton, IL)
  • 60+ days ago

Job Address: 5500 South Broadway St Louis, MO 63111 Arch Vista, a member of New Vista Health and Wellness, is currently recruiting a full time, day shift Dietary Aide for our Behavioral...

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Patient Dining Associate (Dietary Aide) (Temporary)

  • Compass Group
  • Alton, IL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Alton, IL
  • 90+ days ago

With more than 31,000 dedicated team members, including 1,600 registered dietitians and 1,200 executive chefs, we empower and uplift each other by working together, take responsibility for our commitments...

In Person Temporary

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Salary for Dietary Technician Jobs in Alton, IL

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Highest Education Level

Dietary Technicians in Alton, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
35.9%
High School or GED
29.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.7%
Associate's Degree
10.2%
Master's Degree
9.9%
Some High School
1.6%
Some College
1.4%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Dietary Technicians in Alton, IL
1-2 years
33.6%
None
24.5%
Less than 1 year
21.1%
2-4 years
20.7%