Dietetics Technician/UKHC
University of Kentucky
40502 Lexington, Kentucky, United States
Posted 5 days ago
Job Description
University of Kentucky
Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.
Posting Details
Posting Details
| Job Title | Dietetics Technician/UKHC |
|---|---|
| Requisition Number | RE55382 |
| Working Title | Clinical Diet Technician |
| Department Name | M3030:Cancer Clinic Services |
| Work Location | Medical Campus |
| Grade Level | 06 |
| Salary Range | $17.35-24.82/hour |
| Type of Position | Staff |
| Position Time Status | Full-Time |
| Required Education | AA |
| Click here for more information about equivalencies: | https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies |
| Required Related Experience | No experience required. |
| Required License/Registration/Certification | None |
| Physical Requirements | The physical requirements for this position include: regularly standing/walking with objects up to 10 lbs., and regularly sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time (includes repetitive motions). |
| Shift | M-F, 7:00am to 3:30pm |
| Job Summary | The Dietetics Technician performs as a member of the interdisciplinary team, assisting the Registered Dietitian with the evaluation, coordination, and implementation of a nutrition care plan for patients; provides education and counseling to patients on their nutritional needs; ensures customer satisfaction and good public relations through the safe and efficient use of resources; and performs duties in compliance with performance improvement plans, TJC, and other licensing, accrediting, and regulatory agencies. |
| Skills / Knowledge / Abilities | The ideal candidate will be a Dietetic Technician Registered or have completed a degree in Dietetics; have in-depth diet and nutritional interactions knowledge; have the ability to manage multiple tasks and/or projects while accurately completing routine functions in a fast-paced, high intensity, professional work environment; enjoy working independently as well as closely with their co-workers in a supportive team environment; computer skills (including Microsoft Office); strong customer service skills; excellent active listening skills; high attention to detail; and dependability. |
| Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | No |
| Preferred Education/Experience | Dietetic Technician Registered or degree in Dietetics. |
| Deadline to Apply | 08/13/2026 |
| Our University Community | We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen. |
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Please indicate your years of paid work experience as a dietetic technician.
- None
- More than 0, up through 1 year
- More than 1 year, up through 3 years
- More than 3 years, up through 5 years
- More than 5 years
- * Are you a Dietetic Technician Registered?
- Yes
- No
- * Briefly describe your work experience as it relates to the specific duties of this position and why you chose to apply.
(Open Ended Question)
- * Please choose the answer that best describes your amount of paid, full-time clinical employment experience placing feeding tubes.
- None
- More than 0, up through 1 year
- More than 1 year, up through 3 years
- More than 3 years, up through 5 years
- More than 5 years
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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