Dietary Technician Jobs in Johnston, RI

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 Aide - (Cafeteria) 40E

  • Care New England Health System
  • Providence, RI (5 miles from Johnston, RI)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Providence, RI (5 miles from Johnston, RI)
  • 3 hours ago

Job Summary: Assists in preparation and service of food for patients or patrons. Performs cleaning and sanitation functions. Performs other tasks as necessary in support of the department....

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Dietary Aide at Heritage Hills

  • Live Well Healthcare Solutions
  • Smithfield, RI (5 miles from Johnston, RI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Smithfield, RI (5 miles from Johnston, RI)
  • 7 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

  • Healthcare Services Group
  • Middletown, RI (24 miles from Johnston, RI)
  • 9 days ago
  • Middletown, RI (24 miles from Johnston, RI)
  • 9 days 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 dietary

  • Life Care Centers of America
  • Attleboro, MA (13 miles from Johnston, RI)
  • 11 days ago
  • Attleboro, MA (13 miles from Johnston, RI)
  • 11 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...

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Dietary Aide

  • Life Care Centers of America
  • Johnston, RI
  • 12 days ago
  • Johnston, RI
  • 12 days ago

Live the Mission At Cherry Hill Manor, we are hiring full time and part time Dietary Aides. We are a skilled nursing facility, a nursing home. We want to offer you stability, a great team...

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Dietary Assistant

  • Lifespan
  • East Providence, RI (8 miles from Johnston, RI)
  • 13 days ago
  • East Providence, RI (8 miles from Johnston, RI)
  • 13 days ago

SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the Food Services Supervisor, performs a variety of duties involved in the preparation of food for children and staff. Brown University Health employees...

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Diet Aide - (Tray) Per Diem

  • Care New England Health System
  • Providence, RI (5 miles from Johnston, RI)
  • 20 days ago
  • Providence, RI (5 miles from Johnston, RI)
  • 20 days ago

Job Summary: Assists in preparation and service of food for patients or patrons. Performs cleaning and sanitation functions. Performs other tasks as necessary in support of the department....

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Dietary Aide (PT Evenings/Weekends)

  • American Addiction Centers
  • North Kingstown, RI (16 miles from Johnston, RI)
  • 27 days ago
  • North Kingstown, RI (16 miles from Johnston, RI)
  • 27 days ago

Operation of commercial dishwashing equipment is necessary to perform required duties....

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Dietary Aide at Riverview Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center

  • Live Well Healthcare Solutions
  • Coventry, RI (11 miles from Johnston, RI)
  • 29 days ago
  • Coventry, RI (11 miles from Johnston, RI)
  • 29 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 for Elmhurst Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center

  • Live Well Healthcare Solutions
  • Providence, RI (5 miles from Johnston, RI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Providence, RI (5 miles from Johnston, RI)
  • 30+ 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

  • Athena Health Care Systems
  • Webster, MA (23 miles from Johnston, RI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Webster, MA (23 miles from Johnston, RI)
  • 30+ days ago

Jobs Webster, MA Dietary Aide Athena Health Care Systems Dietary Aide Webster, MA Apply Job Title: Dietary Aide Job Location: Webster Company Name: Lanessa Extended Care Shift: 3p-8p or 4p-8p....

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Dietary Aide II - Food Services - Per Diem

  • UMass Memorial Health Care
  • Milford, MA (22 miles from Johnston, RI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Milford, MA (22 miles from Johnston, RI)
  • 30+ days ago

Operates dishwashing equipment and maintains cleanliness. Assists with food production, cafeteria service, and cashiering. Completes required training and adheres to departmental standards....

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Dietary Aide dietary

  • Life Care Center of Attleboro
  • Attleboro, MA (13 miles from Johnston, RI)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Attleboro, MA (13 miles from Johnston, RI)
  • 45+ 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...

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Dietary Aide(Part-Time)

  • Compass Group
  • Assonet, MA (23 miles from Johnston, RI)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Assonet, MA (23 miles from Johnston, RI)
  • 60+ days ago

Culinary Services Group is hiring immediately for a Dietary Aide position. Location :ASSONET, MA Pay Range : $15.75 per hour Culinary Services Group (CSG) is a top 50, fast-growing food service...

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Dietary Aide

  • Berkshire Healthcare
  • Bristol, RI (16 miles from Johnston, RI)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Bristol, RI (16 miles from Johnston, RI)
  • 90+ days ago

Perform dishwashing/cleaning procedures. Assure that utensils, etc., are readily available for next meal. Remove food trays from carts, dining rooms, etc., and take to dishwashing area....

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Salary for Dietary Technician Jobs in Johnston, RI

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Highest Education Level

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