Title: DIETETIC TECHNICIAN
State Role Title: 49053
Hiring Range: $38,016 - $52,462
Pay Band: 3
Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop
Location: Eastern State Hospital
Agency Website: www.esh.dbhds.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
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Eastern State Hospital, located in Williamsburg, Virginia, was founded in 1773, with a well-intentional emphasis on community focused mental health care. This state of the art campus, situated on 500 acres, consists of two patient care buildings with 300 patients, and a highly skilled staff of over 900. Eastern State Hospital is part of the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS) system, and is accredited by the Joint Commission.
ESH invites applications for the position of DIETETIC TECHNICIAN (DSA III).
This position is responsible for providing quality comprehensive nutritional care to patients by maintaining appropriate and accurate nutritional documentation in accordance with CMS, OBRA, TJC, state and hospital policies. Maintains a liaison with medical and nursing personnel to enhance the effectiveness of the nutritional treatment of patients. Monitors quality of care through ongoing quality improvement.
The qualified candidate should possess:
• Knowledge in basic and therapeutic nutrition; food preparation; nutritional programs; service standards; and nutritional standards by JACHO, OBRA, and CMS; and service standards.
• Proficient in calculating caloric, protein and fluid needs, IBW and IBW Range, BMI, and% change in weight.
• Experience performing routine patient education on diets and potential drug-nutrient interactions.
• Experience in providing nutrition care to patients individually and in groups and demonstrate an ability to document patient interactions.
In addition, performing the essential functions of this position requires prolonged sitting, manual dexterity on keyboard, bending, stooping and routine lifting of 50 pounds or 25% of body weight (whichever is less).
Must be credentialed as a Registered Dietetic Technician within two years of date of hire.
Minimum Qualifications
• Completion and maintenance of the requirements for being a Registered Dietetic Technician (DTR) as established by the Commission on Dietetic Registration, the credentialing agency for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND) within two years of date of hire.
• Experience in completing nutritional assessments and documentation in the medical record.
• Experience with food preparation and nutrition programs.
• Experience working in a mental health institution or nursing home setting.
Additional Considerations
None.
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
This position is considered essential personnel and would be required to work in the event of an emergency, pandemic, or facility need. All ESH positions may be required to work different shifts to include nights, weekends, and holidays, and/or overtime as requested, in the event of an emergency.
EASTERN STATE HOSPITAL only accepts online applications via PAGEUP. Resumes and other documents may accompany the application but will not serve as a substitute for an application. Faxed, e-mailed, or mailed applications will not be accepted. Please refer to your PAGEUP account for the status of your application and this position. This posting will remain open for a minimum of five (5) business days.
EASTERN STATE HOSPITAL offers a comprehensive benefit package to include your choice of four health insurance plans, paid life insurance and retirement plans, 12 paid holidays, annual and sick leave.
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact Human Resources at (HR Rep phone # 757-208-7717) for assistance. Minorities, Individuals with disabilities, Veterans, and people with National Service experience are encouraged to apply. EEO/AA/TTY.
EASTERN STATE HOSPITAL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment opportunities are open to all regardless of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics or disability.
DBHDS is a healthcare organization and must comply with the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (federal CMS) guidance on Omnibus COVID-19 Health Care staff Vaccination Regulation which requires vaccination of all employees or an exemption. A job offer of employment is contingent upon the candidate meeting these guidelines as a condition of employment.
Contact Information
Name: EASTERN STATE HOSPITAL
Phone: 757-208-7717 / REFER TO PAGEUP FOR APPLICATION STATUS
Email: EMAIL APPLICATION MATERIAL NOT ACCEPTED
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.