Dietetic technician, registered job description

Thanks for your interest in Children's Mercy!

Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team? At Children's Mercy, we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference, which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital, for eleven consecutive years.

Children's Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City - a metro abounding in cultural experiences, vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live, work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in children's health, we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital.

Overview

The RT will work at our Joplin location in the Asthma/Allergy and Pulmonary clinic

Part-time - 32 hours per pay period - Flexibility is required

The purpose of this position is to assist with the technical and clinical matters pertaining to the pulmonary lab. This includes performing diagnostic patient testing according to the guidelines established; assisting in the development of continuous Quality Improvement standards; scheduling patient care activities; communicating with patients and their families to ensure that they have a positive hospital experience.

At Children's Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity.

Additionally, it's important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children's Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza and COVID-19 vaccines are a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you become a finalist for this position, and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.

Responsibilities

* Provide a high level of expertise in respiratory care equipment and procedures to support the Pulmonology service.
* Perform pulmonary function tests.
* Provide essential clerical services.
* Participate in research activities.

Qualifications

* Bachelor's Degree 3-5 years experience or
* Associate's Degree 3-5 years experience 4 years prior work experience in the same job may be accepted in lieu of a Bachelor's degree
* One of the following: Licensed Respiratory Therapist MO, Not Applicable required upon hire
* Registered Respiratory Therapist
* Licensed Respiratory Therapist KS
* CPFT/RPFT Required Upon Hire
* MO State Licensure Required Upon Hire
* KS State Licensure (If hired for Wichita location, only a KS state license is required). Required Upon Hire

Starting Pay

Our pay ranges are market competitive. The pay range for this job begins at $25.63/hr, but your offer will be determined based on your education and experience.

Remote Work/Work from Home

This position is not eligible work remotely, which means that the person hired will be required to work onsite at one of our Children's Mercy locations and may not work from home.

EEO Employer/Disabled/Vet

Children's Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills, expertise and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees, patients, parents and visitors. A personal interview, formal education and training, previous work experience, references and a criminal background investigation all are factors used to select the best candidates. The hospital does not discriminate against prospective or current employees based on the race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, creed, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry or veteran status. A drug screen will be performed upon hire. Children's Mercy is smoke and tobacco free.

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

CM is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. Our patients and families come from all walks of life, and so do we. We know that our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our team so we hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it makes our hospital stronger and our patient care more compassionate.

If you share our values and our enthusiasm for service, you will find a home at CM. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring, including education, ideas, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, languages spoken, veteran status, color, religion, disability and beliefs.

Clinical Services

.001 FTE, 8 Hour Day Shift - Unscheduled Relief

At Stanford Children's Health, we know world-renowned care begins with world-class caring. That's why we combine advanced technologies and breakthrough discoveries with family-centered care. It's why we provide our caregivers with continuing education and state-of-the-art facilities, like the newly remodeled Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford. And it's why we need caring, committed people on our team - like you. Join us on our mission to heal humanity, one child and family at a time.

Job Summary

This paragraph summarizes the general nature, level and purpose of the job.

The Nutrition Technician provides paraprofessional support to Registered Dietitians in assisting with the provision of clinical nutrition care. Specific responsibilities include the provision of technical functions in the implementation of nutrition care, including screening for nutritional risk, gathering pertinent data, following up on low nutrition risk patients, calculating and documenting nutrient intakes, collecting and modifying menus, communicating diet and menu information to patients, and problem-solving at the Nursing Unit level. All work is performed under the supervision of a Registered Dietitian in accordance with hospital and departmental policies.

Essential Functions

+ Assists patients with menu selections; retrieves menus from patients.

+ Conducts analysis of calorie and nutritional data on patients; calculates data and documents information in the medical record, communicates relevant information to Dietitian.

+ Coordinates details of patient nutritional care, including meal and nourishment service for the assigned Nursing Units.

+ Explains purpose of modified diets and orients the patient to the meal/menu service.

+ Interviews and screens patients for nutritionally relevant data such as diet history, food preferences, food intolerances, food allergies, and other pertinent nutrition related information to determine nutrition needs and

make referrals to the Registered Dietitian as appropriate.

+ Modifies menus according to physician diet order, dietitian instructions, and departmental procedures.

+ Performs nutritional screening per department protocol; collects data and reports to Dietitian.

+ Monitors nutritional status in low to moderate risk patients and communicates change in status to RD. Provides patient/family education for modified diets and/or special formulas as assigned. Ensures education is family centered, culturally sensitive, and developmentally appropriate.

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying.

Education: Bachelor's degree in a work-related discipline/field from an accredited college or university.

License: Dietetic Technician, Registered (DTR) or Nutrition/Dietetic Technician, Registered (NDTR) from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics' Commission on Dietetic Registration.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

+ Ability to closely follow policies and procedures and work independently after daily discussion with a Registered Dietitian.

+ Ability to collect nutrition related data from patients or records.

+ Ability to document nutritional care in medical records.

+ Ability to plan menus and meal patterns for regular and modified diets.

+ Knowledge of disease processes and nutrition care for patients in designated area.

+ Knowledge of general influences of socioeconomic, cultural and psychological factors on food and nutrition behavior.

+ Knowledge of medical terminology.

+ Knowledge of modified diets and diet therapy.

+ Knowledge of nutrition and nutrient composition of foods.

+ Knowledge of nutritional needs throughout the life cycle (neonatal, infancy, pediatrics, adults and geriatrics) and general influences of socioeconomic, cultural and psychological factors on food and nutritional behavior.

Equal Opportunity Employer

L ucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, LPCH does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements, and where applicable, in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. REQNUMBER: 15562-1A

Performs a wide variety of technical radiologic procedures using standard, portable, and/or specialized x-ray equipment to apply an appropriately determined amount of ionizing radiation in order to assist physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of patient's illness and injuries. Performs related tasks such as assisting patients in positioning for correct anatomical exposure, maintaining order and cleanliness of work area, and performing routine clerical tasks. Must be comfortable working in a wide variety of settings including, but not limited to: general x-ray, fluoroscopy, surgery, emergency department, critical care units, and neo-natal.
**Education**

Minimum Completion of American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) approved Radiologic

Technology Program.

Preferred

**Credentials/Licensure**

Minimum Must be a Registered Technologist or be registry eligible. Registry eligible employees must become registered within six months from date of hire. Must maintain continuing education credits per biennium to retain registry in compliance with the CE requirements of their certifying organization for the imaging modality in which they perform services. Certification or re-certification in Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) within three months of hire.

Preferred Current American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Registry.

**Related Experience**

Minimum Graduation from approved Radiologic Technologist Program.

Preferred Two years prior experience as a Registered Radiographer.

**Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities**

Minimum Effective written and verbal communication and customer service skills. Ability to deal with people of different ages, backgrounds, and educational levels. Effective problem solving skills. Ability to work in a high volume department while remaining organized and composed.

Preferred

**Computer Competency**

Shows how to use (through a competency assessment) a standard desktop and windows based computer system, including a basic understanding of email, e-learning, intranet and computer navigation. Ability to use other software as required to perform the essential functions of the job.

**Physical/Mental**

Minimum: Frequent reaching, standing, walking, sitting, bending, twisting, and kneeling. Able to carry, pull, and push up to 35 lbs. unassisted and over 35 lbs. with assistance, in accordance with our safe lift policy. Ability to perform detailed tasks and work with interruptions and changing priorities. Has the ability to hear speech, distinguish sounds, speak loudly and softly, and utilize near/far vision, fine motor skills, manual dexterity, depth perception, and color distinction. Needs to be able to distinguish hot and cold temperatures and smell odors. Ability to lift up to a maximum of 35lbs. and perform push/pull tasks that require a maximum force of 35 lbs.Ability to physically operate safe patient movement equipment in compliance with the Safe Patient Movement Policy.

**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS**

+ Performs a wide variety of diagnostic examinations in accordance with department, state, federal, and accreditation governing bodies, which results in the production of diagnostic radiographs.

+ Positions patients and adjusts equipment for taking x-rays following established procedures.

+ Follows prescribed safety standards in operating radiographic equipment.

+ Assists Radiologist in performing routine and/or special procedures. Administers specific contrast and barium solutions as directed by the Radiologist, or other physician, in accordance with established guidelines.

+ Assesses patient's condition to determine appropriate procedure and technique to utilize in order to perform examination. Selects proper length and intensity for radiation exposure by adjusting equipment on individual patient basis.

+ Provides instruction to x-ray students.

+ Ability to perform portable radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures, along with the ability to work in a wide variety of settings, including general, fluoroscopy, emergency department, critical care, neo-natal, and surgery.

+ Explains exam and procedures and acquires patient history, assuring that patient and/or family members understand scope of exam. Monitors safety and comfort of patient through the exam.

+ Assures quality patient care by promoting effective communication and teamwork through the organization.

+ Effectively uses available resources to provide a more complete and personally satisfying experience for all customers.

+ Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the needs of the age group served.

**Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion**

Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.