Dietary Aide Jobs in Johnson City, TN

A Dietary Aide, also known as a dietetic aide, is a professional who provides crucial support within the nutrition industry, primarily in healthcare settings like hospitals, nursing homes, or rehabilitation centers. Their primary role involves assisting dietitians or nutritionists in food planning and preparation, ensuring the meals meet the dietary needs of the patients. This could include preparing special meals for patients with food allergies, diabetes, or other specific dietary requirements. They are responsible for maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen, adhering to food safety standards, and sometimes even helping patients with their meals. A Dietary Aide is also often in charge of keeping records, including meal consumption, food inventory, and patient dietary information.

Key skills for a Dietary Aide include strong knowledge of nutrition and diet, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. In terms of certification, there aren't specific certifications required for this role, although a Food Handler's Permit is usually expected. Prior to becoming a Dietary Aide, a person might have experience in roles such as a kitchen helper, food service worker, or even a caregiver. These positions provide valuable experience in food preparation, safety procedures, and patient interaction, all of which are very beneficial for a Dietary Aide role.

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Patient Dining Associate - Dietary Aide (Full Time)

  • Elizabethton, TN (12 miles from Johnson City, TN)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Elizabethton, TN (12 miles from Johnson City, TN)
  • 14 hours ago

We are hiring immediately for full time PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE - DIETARY AIDE positions. Location : Sycamore Shoals Hospital - 1501 West Elk Avenue, Elizabethton, TN 37643....

Patient Dining Associate - Dietary Aide (Part Time)

  • Kingsport, TN (18 miles from Johnson City, TN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Kingsport, TN (18 miles from Johnson City, TN)
  • 2 days ago

We are hiring immediately for a part time PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE - DIETARY AIDE position. Location : Ballad Health HVMC - 130 West Ravine Road, Kingsport, TN 37660....

Dietary Aide

  • Johnson City, TN
  • 3 days ago
  • Johnson City, TN
  • 3 days ago

Lakebridge A Waters Community is now hiring a Full - Time Dietary Aide to join our TEAM!!!...

Health Technician (Dietetic)

  • Johnson City, TN
  • 5 days ago
  • Johnson City, TN
  • 5 days ago

dietitian or dietetic technician Verifies physician orders for unusual diets, conflicting modifications, tube feeding orders and nutritional supplements Uses a computer to record, retrieve and print...

Health Technician (Dietetic)

  • Johnson City, TN
  • 6 days ago
  • Johnson City, TN
  • 6 days ago

and nutrition science, food service systems management, etc.)....

Dietary Aide

  • Johnson City, TN
  • 8 days ago
  • Johnson City, TN
  • 8 days ago

Overview Role: Dietary Aide Pay Rate: Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Dietary Aide, where you will prepare and serve meals for residents in a long-term care facility....

Patient Dining Associate - Dietary Aide (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Johnson City, TN
  • 29 days ago
  • Johnson City, TN
  • 29 days ago

We are hiring immediately for full time and part time PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE - DIETARY AIDE positions. Location: Ballad Health - FWCH - 300 Med Tech Park, Johnson City, TN 37604....

Patient Dining Associate - Dietary Aide (Full Time And Part Time)

  • Johnson City, TN (2 miles from Johnson City, TN)
  • 29 days ago
  • Johnson City, TN (2 miles from Johnson City, TN)
  • 29 days ago

We are hiring immediately for full time and part time PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE - DIETARY AIDE positions. Location : Ballad Health - FWCH - 300 Med Tech Park, Johnson City, TN 37604....

Patient Dining Associates (Dietary Aide) (On Call)

  • Johnson City, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Johnson City, TN
  • 30+ days ago

We are hiring immediately for on call PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE (DIETARY AIDE) positions....

Patient Dining Associate - Dietary Aide (On Call)

  • Bristol, TN (20 miles from Johnson City, TN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bristol, TN (20 miles from Johnson City, TN)
  • 30+ days ago

We are hiring immediately for on call PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE - DIETARY AIDE positions. Location : Ballad Health - Bristol Regional Medical Center - 1 Medical Park Boulevard, Bristol, TN 37620....

Patient Dining Associates (Dietary Aide) (On Call)

  • Johnson City, TN (2 miles from Johnson City, TN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Johnson City, TN (2 miles from Johnson City, TN)
  • 30+ days ago

We are hiring immediately for on call PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE (DIETARY AIDE) positions....

Demographic Data for Johnson City, TN

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Salary for Dietary Aide Jobs in Johnson City, TN

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Dietary Aides in Johnson City, TN offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
35.8%
High School or GED
29.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.7%
Associate's Degree
10.1%
Master's Degree
9.8%
Some High School
1.6%
Some College
1.4%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Dietary Aides in Johnson City, TN
1-2 years
33.6%
None
24.5%
Less than 1 year
21.1%
2-4 years
20.7%