Dietary Technician Jobs in Akron, OH

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

  • Ohio Living
  • Akron, OH
  • 4 hours ago
  • Akron, OH
  • 4 hours ago

to ensure that quality nutritional services are provided on a daily basis and that the culinary services are maintained in a clean, safe, and sanitary manner....

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Dietary Aide

  • Healthcare Services Group
  • Tallmadge, OH (6 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Tallmadge, OH (6 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 1 day 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 - Food Service

  • Altercare
  • Navarre, OH (23 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 2 days ago
  • Navarre, OH (23 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 2 days ago

Dietary Aide - Food Service Altercare Navarre Navarre, OH We are just off of Route 21 in Navarre, so close to Massillon. Easy Commute. Now Hiring Dietary Aide to work in Food Service. Restaurant...

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Dietary Aide for Hudson Elms Nursing Home

  • Live Well Healthcare Solutions
  • Hudson, OH (14 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hudson, OH (14 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 2 days ago

Live Well Healthcare Solutions takes personal pride in serving our communities with our Dietary, Housekeeping, and Laundry services, and the standards of excellence we maintain are reflective of...

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Dietary Aide - Part Time - Flexible Opportunity

  • Altercare
  • Kent, OH (12 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 2 days ago
  • Kent, OH (12 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 2 days ago

Dietary Aide - Part Time - Flexible Schedule Altercare Post Acute Rehab Center Brimfield, OH We have an opportunity to start your career in healthcare in our dietary department. Company Goals at...

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Dietary Aide

  • Life Care Center
  • Medina, OH (19 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 9 days ago
  • Medina, OH (19 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 9 days ago

Live the Mission 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 more than 200 locations across...

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Dietetic Technician

  • Akron Children's
  • Akron, OH
  • 26 days ago
  • Akron, OH
  • 26 days ago

Certification: Dietetic Technician, Registered required or obtained within 6 months of hire date. Years of relevant experience: 1 years preferred. Years of experience supervising: None ....

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Dietary Aide Evening Hours Part-Time

  • Nordstrom
  • Brunswick, OH (20 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Brunswick, OH (20 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 30+ days ago

Make a Payment Services Our Locations News & Events About Us Careers Contact Us BOOK A TOUR Careers Our Services Assisted Living Behavioral Health Hospice Memory Care Rehab Therapy Respiratory...

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Dietary Aide PT

  • Louisville Gardens
  • Louisville, OH (19 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Louisville, OH (19 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 30+ days ago

preparation REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or equivalent Experience in quantity food preparation/production preferred IDEAL CANDIDATE QUALITIES: Strong communication skills (written and verbal)...

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Dietary Aide

  • Saber Health Group
  • Cuyahoga Falls, OH (7 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cuyahoga Falls, OH (7 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 30+ days ago

Join our dietary team in a skilled nursing setting and help provide comfort, care and connection through every meal served to our residents! Advantages: Flexible Pay Options Choose On-Demand Pay...

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Dietary Aide I

  • Cleveland Clinic
  • Canton, OH (18 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Canton, OH (18 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 30+ days ago

qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: High S chool D iploma or GED Six months of experience in food service Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: Previous dishwashing...

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Patient Dining Associate (Dietary Aide) (Part Time)

  • Compass Group USA Inc
  • Akron, OH
  • 30+ days ago
  • Akron, OH
  • 30+ days ago

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Help patients understand their menu selections and work with nursing to ensure sure their orders comply with their nutritional requirements or restrictions....

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Patient Dining Associate (Dietary Aide) (Part Time)

  • Compass Group
  • Akron, OH (9 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Akron, OH (9 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 30+ days ago

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Help patients understand their menu selections and work with nursing to ensure sure their orders comply with their nutritional requirements or restrictions....

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Diet Aide - PT

  • Ernest Health
  • Akron, OH
  • 45+ days ago
  • Akron, OH
  • 45+ days ago

Additional Qualifications/Skills: Knowledge of patient diets and safe food handling requirements and use of Nutritional Care Manual. Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures....

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Dietary Aide FT

  • PACS
  • North Royalton, OH (21 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 60+ days ago
  • North Royalton, OH (21 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 60+ 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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Salary for Dietary Technician Jobs in Akron, OH

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Highest Education Level

Dietary Technicians in Akron, OH 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 Akron, OH
1-2 years
33.6%
None
24.5%
Less than 1 year
21.1%
2-4 years
20.7%