Dietary Technician Jobs in Mississippi

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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Part-Time Dietary Aide

  • Columbia, MS
  • 3 days ago
  • Columbia, MS
  • 3 days ago

Part-Time Dietary Aide Job Reference Number: 29910 Employment Type: Part-Time, Onsite Segment: Healthcare Brand: Cura-Hospitality State: Mississippi (US-MS) Why work for Cura Hospitality? No...

Full-Time Dietary Aide

  • Meadville, MS
  • 23 days ago
  • Meadville, MS
  • 23 days ago

Full-Time Dietary Aide Job Reference Number: 30521 Employment Type: Full-Time, Onsite Segment: Healthcare Brand: Cura-Hospitality State: Mississippi (US-MS) Why work for Cura Hospitality? No...

Dietary Aide

  • Corinth, MS
  • 2 days ago
  • Corinth, MS
  • 2 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 Technician

  • Hattiesburg, MS
  • 3 days ago
  • Hattiesburg, MS
  • 3 days ago

Diet Technicians are a part of the nutritional care team by referring patient needs to the Registered Dietitians as indicated and ensuring foodservice satisfaction goals are achieved by providing meals...

Dietary Aide

  • Cleveland, MS
  • 23 days ago
  • Cleveland, MS
  • 23 days ago

General Description Perform assigned work in preparing and serving food, cleaning food service areas, equipment and utensils. Essential Duties: Performs job duties safely as specified in the...

Patient Dining Associate (Dietary Aide) (Full Time)

  • Southaven, MS
  • 25 days ago
  • Southaven, MS
  • 25 days ago

Morrison is a Compass One Healthcare operating division within Compass Group and has more than 1,200 registered dietitians, 300 executive chefs, and 21,000 professional food service team members....

Dietary Aide Full Time

  • University, MS
  • 27 days ago
  • University, MS
  • 27 days ago

General PurposeThe dietary aide assignments are determined by the needs basis on the activity of the shift. He/she is reports to the Cook and Dietary supervisor.Essential Duties Must be able to...

Dietary Aide / Assistant (PRN)

  • Flowood, MS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Flowood, MS
  • 30+ days ago

Responsibilities DIETARY AIDE – (PRN) Opportunity Brentwood Behavioral Healthcare is a 120 bed capacity behavioral health facility that provides psychiatric services. We specialize in treatment...

Dietary Aide

  • Tupelo, MS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tupelo, MS
  • 30+ days ago

Dietary Aide DUTIES: Prepares patient trays according to instructions/orders. Assists in preparation and portioning of meal items according to menu and dietary requirements. Employs proper food...

Dietary Aide

  • Brandon, MS
  • 45+ days ago
  • Brandon, MS
  • 45+ days ago

If yes, please apply to this nutrition assistant position today! DUTIES JOB KNOWLEDGE AND ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES: Prepares patient trays according to instructions/orders....

Dietary Aide Part Time

  • University, MS
  • 60+ days ago
  • University, MS
  • 60+ days ago

General Purpose The dietary aide assignments are determined by the needs basis on the activity of the shift. He/she is reports to the Cook and Dietary supervisor. Essential Duties Must be able to...

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Salary for Dietary Technician Jobs in Mississippi

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Highest Education Level

Dietary Technicians in Mississippi 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
9.9%
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 Mississippi
1-2 years
33.6%
None
24.5%
Less than 1 year
21.1%
2-4 years
20.7%