Dietary Technician Jobs in Massachusetts

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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Dietary Aide

  • Westborough, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Westborough, MA
  • 5 days ago

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 about...

Diet Tech

  • Woburn, MA
  • 6 days ago
  • Woburn, MA
  • 6 days ago

The Nutrition Services Clerk will assist in kitchen as necessary....

Dietary Aide/FSW - Fitch Home

  • Melrose, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Melrose, MA
  • 1 day ago

SUMMARY: This position is responsible for making and serving nutritious meals for in a safe and healthful manner. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Prepares and serves food...

Diet Aide

  • Springfield, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Springfield, MA
  • 1 day ago

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Rotating Shift Description: Come join the Food & Nutrition team at Mercy Medical Center, part of Trinity Health Of New England!...

Are you an internal caregiver, student, or contingent worker/agency worker at UMass Memorial Health? CLICK HERE to apply through your Workday account. Exemption Status: Non-Exempt Schedule...

Dietary Aide, (dishwasher, kitchen sanitation) - full time, perm

  • Boston, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 2 days ago

Position: Dietary Aide, Food & Nutritional Services Department: Food & Nutritional Services Schedule: full time POSITION SUMMARY: Cleans and maintains sanitary conditions in all Dietary areas....

Dietary Aide Part time

  • Dartmouth, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Dartmouth, MA
  • 2 days ago

Join the transformative Southcoast Behavioral Health team and be part of a difference-making journey every day! Southcoast Behavioral Health, located in Dartmouth, Massachusetts, is a premier...

Dietary Aide - Full Time

  • Brookline, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Brookline, MA
  • 2 days ago

Responsibilities Dietary Aide / Server Opportunity - Full Time HRI Hospital is seeking a Full Time Dietary Aide to assist with food preparation, serving, and other related tasks. This is a 32 hour...

Dietary Aide

  • Attleboro, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Attleboro, MA
  • 2 days ago

Live the Mission Nights and weekends 4PM-7:30PM Come and grow with us! We are affiliated with Life Care Centers of America, which is a privately owned 47-year industry leader in healthcare with...

Dietary & Food Service Aide I

  • Melrose, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Melrose, MA
  • 2 days ago

May prepare special nutritional products such as infant formulas, modular tube feedings, or powdered nutritionals for high-risk adult patients. 16....

Dietary Aide

  • Hingham, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Hingham, MA
  • 3 days ago

restaurant by coordinating with seaters to help servers and kitchen staff work efficiently Assist with preparation, stocking, serving, and post-meal clean-up Ensure all residents receive adequate nutritional...

Dietary and Food Service Aide I - PD

  • Lowell, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Lowell, MA
  • 3 days ago

May prepare special nutritional products such as infant formulas, modular tube feedings, or powdered nutritionals for high-risk adult patients. 16....

Dietary Aide II - Food Services - Per Diem

  • Milford, MA
  • 4 days ago
  • Milford, MA
  • 4 days ago

Are you an internal caregiver, student, or contingent worker/agency worker at UMass Memorial Health? CLICK HERE to apply through your Workday account. Exemption Status: Non-Exempt Schedule...

Dietary Aide II - Food & Nutrition, per diem

  • Milford, MA
  • 4 days ago
  • Milford, MA
  • 4 days ago

Are you an internal caregiver, student, or contingent worker/agency worker at UMass Memorial Health? CLICK HERE to apply through your Workday account. Exemption Status: Non-Exempt Schedule...

Patient Services Ambassador (Dietary Aide)

  • New Bedford, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • New Bedford, MA
  • 5 days ago

Overview Community Focused. Care Driven. Join Southcoast Health, where your future is as promising as the care we provide. Our commitment to each other, our patients, and our community is more...

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Salary for Dietary Technician Jobs in Massachusetts

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Highest Education Level

Dietary Technicians in Massachusetts offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
35.8%
High School or GED
29.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.8%
Associate's Degree
10.1%
Master's Degree
9.8%
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 Massachusetts
1-2 years
33.6%
None
24.5%
Less than 1 year
21.1%
2-4 years
20.7%