Dietetics Technician/UKHC

Job Title
Dietetics Technician/UKHC

Requisition Number
RE55382

Working Title
Clinical Diet Technician

Department Name
M3030:Cancer Clinic Services

Work Location
Medical Campus

Grade Level
06

Salary Range
$17.35-24.82/hour

Type of Position
Staff

Position Time Status
Full-Time

Required Education

AA

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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: regularly standing/walking with objects up to 10 lbs., and regularly sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time (includes repetitive motions).

Shift

M-F, 7:00am to 3:30pm

Job Summary

The Dietetics Technician performs as a member of the interdisciplinary team, assisting the Registered Dietitian with the evaluation, coordination, and implementation of a nutrition care plan for patients; provides education and counseling to patients on their nutritional needs; ensures customer satisfaction and good public relations through the safe and efficient use of resources; and performs duties in compliance with performance improvement plans,
TJC, and other licensing, accrediting, and regulatory agencies.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

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

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No

Preferred Education/Experience

Dietetic Technician Registered or degree in Dietetics.

Deadline to Apply
08/13/2026

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

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.