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Dietetic Technicians

SOC 29-2051.00

Assist in the provision of food service and nutritional programs, under the supervision of a dietitian. May plan and produce meals based on established guidelines, teach principles of food and nutrition, or counsel individuals.

Zone 2 Healthcare Practitioners and Technical

Skills

Knowledge

Job Zone

Green

Top Skills 8

Reading Comprehension

3.2

Speaking

3.2

Monitoring

3.2

Active Listening

3.1

Critical Thinking

3.1

Service Orientation

3.1

Writing

3.0

Active Learning

3.0

Knowledge Areas 8

Food Production

3.6

English Language

3.4

Public Safety and Security

3.2

Customer and Personal Service

3.1

Administration and Management

2.9

Psychology

2.8

Law and Government

2.8

Education and Training

2.6

Key Tasks

1Observe patient food intake and report progress and dietary problems to dietician.

2Prepare a major meal, following recipes and determining group food quantities.

3Supervise food production or service or assist dietitians or nutritionists in food service supervision or planning.

4Plan menus or diets or guide individuals or families in food selection, preparation, or menu planning, based upon nutritional needs and established guidelines.

5Analyze menus or recipes, standardize recipes, or test new products.

Also Known As

Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) Clinical Dietetic Technician Clinical Technician Cook Chill Technician (CCT) Diet Aide Diet Assistant Diet Clerk Diet Tech (Diet Technician) Diet Tech (Dietetic Technician) Diet Technician Registered (DTR)