InfiCare Health is seeking a local contract Dietetic Technician for a local contract job in Hermiston, Oregon. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Dietetic Technician Discipline: Allied Health Professional Start Date: 01/30/2025 Duration: 20 weeks 40 hours per week Shift: 8 hours, days Employment Type: Local Contract This position will work in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Screens patients for nutritional problems as identified by nurses’ admit nutritional screen, patient referral by a member of the health care team, or family request. Implements the nutrition care process for patients with nutrition diagnosis. Fosters continuity of care across the continuum of care. Provides nutrition education to patient and family members on appropriate food selections and eating behaviors to accomplish patient goals. Participates in performance improvement activities. Supervises diet clerks and educates staff regarding therapeutic diets. Acts as liaison between the patient and the kitchen. Participates in the daily patient rounds (care conference). Provides individual and group outpatient nutrition education and MNT. Performs the duties of instructor for the nutrition, physical activity and mental health aspects of the group diabetes education program. Actively assesses, evaluates and maintains professional development and competency related to the competencies outlined in the position description. About InfiCare Health Since 2001, InfiCare has helped match thousands of talented healthcare professionals with rewarding career opportunities across the United States. Our dedicated team works tirelessly to provide personalized support throughout the entire application, placement, and employment process which helps ensure more fulfilling outcomes for nurses and their patients. InfiCare has been awarded the Gold Seal Accreditation from The Joint Commision and has consistently been certified as a "Great Place to Work". We provide weekly payment abilities, competitive benefits, and referral bonuses for our healthcare professionals. For additional information, please visit www.inficarehealth.com to see how we advocate for our nurses and truly invest in their career opportunities. Benefits 401k retirement plan Weekly pay