Clinical Dietetic Technician

Seaside: A Superior Level of Heath Care Seaside Skilled Rehabilitation Center is a leading provider of comprehensive rehabilitation and physical therapy services for Southern Maine. Our convenient location on Portland’s Back Cove is the ideal setting for short term or long term care and extended rehabilitation, as well as respite and hospice services.

We strive to offer a superior level of heath care, with skilled and professional staff, with an unmatched level of access to many specialists from Cumberland County and beyond. Under the ownership of First Atlantic Healthcare, Seaside follows in First Atlantic's long standing reputation for excellence in Long Term Care.

Openings for: Part time Days Champion Resident Nutrition & Clinical Care: Clinical Dietetic Technician Are you a passionate nutrition professional looking to provide exceptional food and nutrition services while building a rewarding healthcare career? We are seeking a dedicated Clinical Dietetic Technician to join our clinical team!

In this vital role, you will work under the supervision of a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) to provide comprehensive nutrition services, conduct screenings, participate in the Nutrition Care Process, and ensure the highest standards of culinary and clinical care for our residents. Why Join Our Team? Work-Life Balance: Flexible shifts to support your lifestyle.

Education

& Growth: Tuition reimbursement, education support, and a welcoming environment that invests in your future and career growth. Comprehensive Healthcare: Full-time employees enjoy access to full medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance. Employer-Paid Protection: Employer-paid life insurance. Financial Wellness & Savings: Flexible savings accounts (including medical and dependent care), a 401(k) retirement savings program with an employer contribution, and home/auto insurance through payroll deduction.

Additional Perks: Paid Time Off (PTO) available to all employees, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and employee discounts through Vizient.

Position Overview

Clinical Dietetic Technician – Long-Term Care Supervision: Operates under the supervision of the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN). Core Objective: Provide food and nutrition services to residents, maintain high productivity and time-management standards, use departmental resources prudently, and contribute to stellar resident health outcomes.

Responsibilities

& Duties Conduct routine and specialized nutrition screenings. Participate in the Nutrition Care Process (NCP) as determined by the RDN for nutrition assessment. Develop and implement nutrition interventions and personalized plans of care. Accurately document medical, food, and nutrition-related data. Provide individualized or group nutrition education to residents and families.

Monitor meals, snacks, and/or medical food intake to contribute to evaluating resident progress and revising care plans. Participate in long-term care plan meetings with or representing the RDN, as indicated. Complete assigned Minimum Data Set (MDS) and Resident Assessment Progress (RAP) summaries. Monitor the quality, taste, and accuracy of food served to residents.

Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) activities as assigned. Maintain professional competency and the clinical skills required for professional practice.

Requirements

& Qualifications Education: Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in nutrition, foodservice systems management, or a related area granted by an accredited college or university. Must have completed a dietetic technician program or the required nutrition and dietetics coursework through a Didactic Program in Dietetics accredited by ACEND (Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics) to qualify for credentialing.

Experience: Experience as a dietetic technician in a long-term care facility or acute hospital food and nutrition services is preferred. Certifications / Licenses: Nutrition and Dietetics Technician, Registered (NDTR) by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR). Our Culture We offer a welcoming and inclusive environment in service to one another, the diverse residents we care for, and the communities we call home.

We do all of this with kindness, empathy, and respect for each other. Ready to bring your clinical expertise and compassion to a supportive, growing team? Apply today!