(DTR) Registered Dietetic Technician

Payroll Title :

REG DIETETIC TCHN Department :

La Jolla Nutrition Services Hiring Pay Scale

$29.40 - $36.53 / Hour Worksite :

Jacobs Medical Center Appointment Type :

Career Appointment Percent :

50% Union :

EX Contract Total Openings :

3 Work Schedule :

Days, 8 hour shifts, Sunday-Saturday

#136883 (DTR) Registered Dietetic Technician

Extended Deadline : Tue 12 / 2 / 2025

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UC San Diego values and welcomes people from all backgrounds. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and / or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.

Please note that this position is a part-time appointment

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment : Apply by 10 / 02 / 2025 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Special Selection Applicants : Apply by 10 / 14 / 2025. Eligible Special Selection clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

DESCRIPTION

Dietetic Technician, Registered (DTR) will manage the tracking, preparation, and distribution of human milk and modular formulas. Participates in department's special projects and performance improvement activities, particularly those related to the NICU formula / breastmilk operation. Precepts dietetic interns / students. Attends inservices and meetings to keep abreast of operational needs and new processes.

DTR's will actively assess, evaluate, and maintain professional development and competency related to assigned units. Techs serve a high-risk population and must have pronounced attention to detail in formula prep and sanitation of all equipment. Works closely with other techs to share information and duties based on operational needs to accomplish daily goals. The DTR is also an active participant in the nutritional care of adult patients. The DTR works closely with the Dietitian in screening, educating, and carrying out nutritional interventions, documenting all encounters in the electronic medical record.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Dietetic Technician, Registered (DTR) by the Commission on Dietetics (CDR) Certification.
• One (1) year of previous directly related nutritional experience preferably in ahospital, nursing care facility, or other comparable healthcare environment.
• Requires proficiency in basic math skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Must have superior customer service and critical thinking skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range : $61,387 - $76,275 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent : $29.40 - $36.53

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

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