Assistant Dietitian (HTAC/NDT 1) - Westmoreland Health Department

CORE FUNCTIONS

Under the supervision of the Institutional Dietitian, the successful candidate’s core functions will include: 

• Assisting with performing initial nutrition screening and conducting nutrient and calorie count summaries to determine the appropriate and adequate nutrition intake 
• Assisting with collaborating with the food service team to create menus for patients that are nutritionally balanced, appealing, and meet the dietary guidelines 
• Assisting with the planning, preparation and implementation of general and specialized diets by gathering dietary information and assisting in menu preparation and adjustments 
• Assisting with the coordination and monitoring of food production and meal distribution for compliance with dietary guidelines, meal portioning and compliance with food safety and sanitation regulations 
• Assisting in the management of food allergies and sensitivities, ensuring proper labeling and prevention of cross-contamination
• Observing and supporting quality control measures in food service operations 
• Assisting with conducting basic patient nutrition education sessions as directed by clinical dietitians 
• Participating in hospital-wide nutrition education initiatives
• Engaging in training programs to build competency in clinical and food service nutrition 
• Assisting with maintaining food inventory, cost control records and the collection of statistical data 
• Assisting in the training and supervision of kitchen staff on proper food handling and nutritional guidelines 

QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s in Nutrition and Dietetics and completed 15 weeks externship program 

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Oral Communication 
• Written Communication 
• Analytical Thinking 
• Problem Solving and Decision Making 
• Planning and Organizing 
• Leadership 

ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED