Dietetics Technician/UKHC

Job Title
Dietetics Technician/UKHC


Requisition Number
RE50551


Working Title
Feeding Tube Team Diet Technician


Department Name
H3075:Nutritions Services


Work Location
Lexington, KY


Grade Level
06


Salary Range
$16.20-24.82/hour


Type of Position
Staff


Position Time Status
Full-Time


Required Education


AA




Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies


Required Related Experience


No experience required.




Required License/Registration/Certification

None



Physical Requirements

The physical requirements for this position include: fairly active – regularly standing/walking with objects up to 10 lbs., and regularly sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time (includes repetitive motions), may have to restrain patients, etc.



Shift

Must be able to work four 8:00 am-6:00 pm shifts per week, including every other weekend and some holidays.



Job Summary

The Dietetics Technician performs as a member of the interdisciplinary team, assisting the Registered Dietitian in safe and timely placement of Cortrak feeding tubes while ensuring customer satisfaction and positive public relations through the safe and efficient use of resources.



Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

The ideal candidate will be a Dietetic Technician Registered or have completed a degree in Dietetics; will have the ability to manage multiple tasks and/or projects while accurately completing routine functions in a fast-paced, high intensity, professional work environment; will enjoy working closely with co-workers in a supportive team environment; will possess strong computer (including Microsoft Office), customer service, and active listening skills; and will demonstrate dependability and excellent attention to detail.



Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No


Preferred Education/Experience

Dietetic Technician Registered or degree in Dietetics highly preferred.



Deadline to Apply
06/12/2025


Our University Community

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Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.