Dietary Technician Jobs in Sunland Park, NM

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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Diet Tech II

  • Texas Health & Human Services Commission
  • El Paso, TX (5 miles from Sunland Park, NM)
  • 3 days ago
  • El Paso, TX (5 miles from Sunland Park, NM)
  • 3 days ago

Performs routine dietetic work for dietary and nutrition risk, providing intervention and monitoring of nutrition care activities....

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Dietary Aide

  • Creative Solutions in Healthcare
  • El Paso, TX (5 miles from Sunland Park, NM)
  • 6 days ago
  • El Paso, TX (5 miles from Sunland Park, NM)
  • 6 days ago

Join Our Team as a Dietary Aide Support Nutrition and Resident Care We are seeking a dedicated and reliable Dietary Aide to join our growing team!...

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Diet Technician

  • Del Sol Medical Center
  • Horizon City, TX (20 miles from Sunland Park, NM)
  • 6 days ago
  • Horizon City, TX (20 miles from Sunland Park, NM)
  • 6 days ago

Submit your application for the opportunity below: Diet Technician Job Summary and Qualifications As a Diet Technician at our facility you will have the opportunity to be both a nutrition professional...

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Dietary Aide

  • HMRVSI
  • El Paso, TX (5 miles from Sunland Park, NM)
  • 10 days ago
  • El Paso, TX (5 miles from Sunland Park, NM)
  • 10 days ago

TITLE Dietary Aide LOCATION Ambrosio Guillen State Texas Veterans Home DESCRIPTION Come Work With America's Heroes Where it is Our Honor to Serve Those Who Served! ***New Wages with Higher Pay and...

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Dietary Aide - FT

  • Acadia Healthcare
  • El Paso, TX (5 miles from Sunland Park, NM)
  • 13 days ago
  • El Paso, TX (5 miles from Sunland Park, NM)
  • 13 days ago

PURPOSE STATEMENT: Routine food preparation and delivery services of cold or hot foods in the facility. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Perform routine tasks related to clean up and sanitation of kitchen,...

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Patient Dining Associate (Dietary Aide) (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Compass Group
  • El Paso, TX (4 miles from Sunland Park, NM)
  • 19 days ago
  • El Paso, TX (4 miles from Sunland Park, NM)
  • 19 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...

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Food and Nutrition Aide

  • HCA Healthcare
  • El Paso, TX (5 miles from Sunland Park, NM)
  • 21 days ago
  • El Paso, TX (5 miles from Sunland Park, NM)
  • 21 days ago

Do you have the career opportunities as a Food and Nutrition Aide you want with your current employer?...

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Food and Nutrition Aide

  • Las Palmas Medical Center
  • Sunland Park, NM
  • 21 days ago
  • Sunland Park, NM
  • 21 days ago

Do you have the career opportunities as a Food and Nutrition Aide you want with your current employer?...

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Dietary Aide PRN

  • Universal Health Services
  • El Paso, TX (5 miles from Sunland Park, NM)
  • 30+ days ago
  • El Paso, TX (5 miles from Sunland Park, NM)
  • 30+ days ago

Responsibilities One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. has built an impressive record of achievement and...

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Patient Dining Associate (Dietary Aide) (Part Time)

  • Compass Group USA Inc
  • El Paso, TX (5 miles from Sunland Park, NM)
  • 45+ days ago
  • El Paso, TX (5 miles from Sunland Park, NM)
  • 45+ 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...

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Patient Dining Associate (Dietary Aide) (Part Time)

  • Compass Group
  • El Paso, TX (5 miles from Sunland Park, NM)
  • 45+ days ago
  • El Paso, TX (5 miles from Sunland Park, NM)
  • 45+ 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 Part Time

Dietary Aide - Ft

  • PACS
  • El Paso, TX (5 miles from Sunland Park, NM)
  • 90+ days ago
  • El Paso, TX (5 miles from Sunland Park, NM)
  • 90+ days ago

Check and record chlorine concentration and water temperature of dishwashing machine at the beginning of shift. Observe the water temperatures of dishwasher during dishwashing cycles....

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Patient Dining Associate (Dietary Aide) (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Compass Group USA Inc
  • El Paso, TX (5 miles from Sunland Park, NM)
  • 90+ days ago
  • El Paso, TX (5 miles from Sunland Park, NM)
  • 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 Full Time

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Salary for Dietary Technician Jobs in Sunland Park, NM

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Highest Education Level

Dietary Technicians in Sunland Park, NM 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 Sunland Park, NM
1-2 years
33.6%
None
24.5%
Less than 1 year
21.1%
2-4 years
20.7%