Dietary Technician Jobs in Texas

A Dietary Technician plays a crucial role in the nutrition industry by working in tandem with dietitians to plan, implement, and oversee nutritional programs and diets for individuals in healthcare settings like hospitals, nursing homes, and clinics. They evaluate the dietary needs of patients, monitor their food and fluid intake, counsel on nutritional health and dietary habits, and ensure the safety and sanitary preparation of meals. They also manage food service operations and play a pivotal role in educating patients and their families about appropriate diets for their health conditions.

Dietary Technicians should possess strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills. They should have an in-depth understanding of nutrition and dietetics, and the ability to translate this knowledge into practical diet plans. They should also have excellent interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients, staff, and families. In terms of qualifications, a Dietary Technician is required to have an associate's degree in dietetic technology, nutrition, or a related field, and many employers prefer candidates who are certified by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR). Prior to becoming a Dietary Technician, a person may work as a Dietetic Clerk, Nutrition Assistant, or a Food Service Worker.

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Dietary Aide

  • Houston, TX
  • 4 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 4 hours ago

Dietary Aide LOCATION Richard A. Anderson Veterans Home POSITION Dietary Aide DESCRIPTION Come Work With America's Heroes W it is Our Honor to Serve Those Who Served!***New Wages with Higher Pay...

Neonatal Nutrition Technician

  • Houston, TX
  • 21 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 21 hours ago

Jump-start your career as a(an) Neonatal Nutrition Technician today with The Woman's Hospital of Texas....

Full-Time Dietary Aide

  • Frisco, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Frisco, TX
  • 1 day ago

Full-Time Dietary Aide** **Job Reference Number:** 29720 **Employment Type:** Full-Time **,** Onsite **Segment:** Healthcare **Brand:** Cura-Hospitality **State:** Texas (US-TX) **Why work for...

Dietary Technician - Part Time

  • Portland, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Portland, TX
  • 1 day ago

Job Description: The Dietary Technician will be responsible for preparing food trays and serving patients....

Dietary Aide

  • Austin, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 2 days ago

Who We Are: Voted Best of Austin in 2022, Longhorn Village is a Texas born and bred not-for-profit retirement community with a Life Care contract that guarantees independent living for our...

Dietary Aide/Server - Senior Living Community

  • Double Oak, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Double Oak, TX
  • 2 days ago

Description Tarantino Properties is a full-service real estate company specializing in income producing real estate. Founded in 1980, our company provides a full complement of property management,...

Dietary Aide-P (72168)

  • Edinburg, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Edinburg, TX
  • 2 days ago

Job Details Job Location: Hidalgo Nursing and Rehabilitation Center - Edinburg, TX Position Type: PRN Salary Range: Undisclosed Description Primary Responsibilities The Dietary Aide follows the...

Dietary Aide

  • Van, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Van, TX
  • 3 days ago

Ensures the provision of quality food service and nutrition care....

Dietary Aide PRN

  • Dallas, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 3 days ago

ADMINISTRATIVE The cook supervises staff in the absence of the Director of Nutritional Services. Attends meetings and in-services as required. QUALIFICATIONS Good verbal communication skills....

Dietary Aide - NE

  • Dallas, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 4 days ago

When you work at Signature Pointe, you have a front-row seat to the amazing life stories of the wisest people on earth. What's more, you are part of an extraordinary company - one that's investing...

Dietary Aide

  • Bedford, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Bedford, TX
  • 4 days ago

When you work at Parkwood Healthcare, you have a front-row seat to the amazing life stories of the wisest people on earth. What's more, you are part of an extraordinary company - one that's...

Food Svcs - Dietetic Aide Sanitation

  • Plano, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Plano, TX
  • 4 days ago

Job Title & Specialty Area: Dietic Aide Sanitation Department: Food Services Location: Plano Shift: Monday- Friday 12pm-10:30pm Job Type: On-Site Why Childrens Health? At Children's Health, our...

Clin Nutr - Nutrition Technician

  • Plano, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Plano, TX
  • 4 days ago

Tasks may include, but are not limited to, nutritional monitoring, obtaining pertinent nutritional information, documentation, calorie counts, missed meals, basic nutrition education, anthropometric...

Clinical Diet Technician II - PRN

  • Dallas, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 4 days ago

Department highlights: • Fast paced, high acuity patient load • Clinical nutrition department values teamwork and flexibility • Job responsibility will also include taking patient meal calls....

Dietary Aide

  • Richardson, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Richardson, TX
  • 4 days ago

Job Details Job Location : Remington Transitional Care of Richardson - Richardson, TX Position Type : PRN Salary Range : Undisclosed Description Primary Responsibilities The Dietary Aide follows...

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Salary for Dietary Technician Jobs in Texas

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Dietary Technicians in Texas 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 Technicians in Texas
1-2 years
33.6%
None
24.5%
Less than 1 year
21.1%
2-4 years
20.7%