Dietary Technician Jobs in Arlington, VA

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 - Chantilly Heights

  • Chantilly, VA (19 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Chantilly, VA (19 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 17 hours ago

Dietary Aide - Chantilly Heights 3925 Downs Dr, Chantilly, VA 20151, USA Req #1044 Friday, April 11, 2025 Everyone should have someone that gives them a positive dining experience while being...

HSCPC Diet Technician

  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Provides nutrition expertise and education to Nutrition Services and health care staff as well as patients and caregivers....

Dietary Aide - PT

  • Lake Ridge, VA (18 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Lake Ridge, VA (18 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 5 days ago

Produces all the food for the residents for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks between meals as required to meet their nutritional needs....

Dietary Aide

  • Woodbridge, VA (20 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Woodbridge, VA (20 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 10 days ago

Overview Role: Dietary Aide Pay Rate: $15.00 - $17.00 / hour Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Dietary Aide, where you will prepare and serve meals for residents in a long-term care...

Patient Dining Associate Dietary Aide (Full And Part Time)

  • Manassas, VA (22 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Manassas, VA (22 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 10 days ago

Morrison is a Compass One Healthcare operating division within Compass Group and has more than 1,200 registered dietitians, 300 executive chefs, and 21,000 professional food service team members....

Nutrition Technician

  • Largo, MD (17 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Largo, MD (17 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 10 days ago

Job Description Functions as the primary point of contact for nutrition services on the patient unit....

Dietary Aide, Variable Part time Day shift, Food and Nutrition

  • Rockville, MD (13 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Rockville, MD (13 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 12 days ago

Adventist Rehabilitation - Rockville If you are a current Adventist HealthCare employee, please click this link to apply through your Workday account. Adventist HealthCare Rehabilitation seeks to...

Patient Dining Associate Dietary Aide (Full And Part Time)

  • Manassas, VA (23 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Manassas, VA (23 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 12 days ago

Morrison is a Compass One Healthcare operating division within Compass Group and has more than 1,200 registered dietitians, 300 executive chefs, and 21,000 professional food service team members....

Patient Dining Associate Dietary Aide (Part Time)

  • Manassas, VA (23 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Manassas, VA (23 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 14 days ago

Morrison is a Compass One Healthcare operating division within Compass Group and has more than 1,200 registered dietitians, 300 executive chefs, and 21,000 professional food service team members....

Patient Dining Associate Dietary Aide (Full Time)

  • Falls Church, VA (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Falls Church, VA (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 60+ days ago

Morrison is a Compass One Healthcare operating division within Compass Group and has more than 1,200 registered dietitians, 300 executive chefs, and 21,000 professional food service team members....

Dietetic Assistant I, PT Rotating Shift, Nutrition Services

  • Fort Washington, MD (10 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Fort Washington, MD (10 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 26 days ago

Adventist HealthCare seeks to hire a Dietetic Assistant for our Nutrition Services department who will embrace our mission to extend God's care through the ministry of physical, mental and spiritual...

Dietary Aide (PRN)

  • Manassas, VA (22 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Manassas, VA (22 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 26 days ago

BIRMINGHAM GREEN Nursing Home and Assisted Living Facilities Dietary Aide On-Call Position (PRN) 2 - 3 days per week/any 5 hours per day and alternating weekends New Weekend Differential Rate...

Dietary Aide P/T

  • Arlington, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 30+ days ago

Must have the ability to implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the Food and Nutrition Services department....

Dietary Aide/Porter

  • Landover, MD (11 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Landover, MD (11 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 30+ days ago

Overview At FutureCare our Dietary Aides/Porters are an integral part of the Food & Hospitality Department who ensure proper delivery of nutritional services to our residents....

Dietary Aide

  • Ashburn, VA (23 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Ashburn, VA (23 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 45+ days ago

restaurant by coordinating with seaters to help servers and kitchen staff work efficiently Assist with preparation, stocking, serving, and post-meal clean-up Ensure all residents receive adequate nutritional...

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Highest Education Level

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