Diet Technician

Nutrition and Dietetics Jobs
Houston, Texas
November 4, 2026
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Job Description

Job Summary:

  • Provides clinical nutrition support to dietitians and nutrition staff by performing patient nutrition screenings, monitoring dietary intake, assisting with nutrition education, and supporting formula preparation.
  • The role involves working with patients across all age groups, including neonates, infants, children, adolescents, and adults.

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Screen and rescreen patients for nutrition risks according to established hospital guidelines.
  • Document screening results in medical records and refer patients to dietitians when needed.
  • Perform nutrient intake analysis and calculate nutritional requirements.
  • Initiate and monitor calorie count studies as requested by dietitians or physicians.
  • Educate patients and families on recording daily food and oral intake.
  • Communicate nutrition-related concerns and patient needs to dietitians and interdisciplinary teams.
  • Assist with nutrition care coordination, including formula and dietary product requirements.
  • Help patients with menu selections based on modified diets.
  • Provide nutrition education related to formula preparation, food-drug interactions, and modified diets.
  • Assist with formula preparation and formula room responsibilities while following infection control guidelines.
  • Conduct routine audits of formula preparation records to ensure accuracy.
  • Participate in departmental meetings, quality improvement initiatives, and policy reviews.
  • Maintain nutrition-related educational materials and clinical resources.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Knowledge of nutrition, dietetics, and infant, pediatric, and adult formulas.
  • Proficiency in nutritional calculations to support formula preparation and patient education.
  • Ability to provide age-appropriate care across all age groups, from neonates to adults.
  • Familiarity with word processing, spreadsheets, and nutrition software.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with dietitians and interdisciplinary medical teams.

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