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Dietetic Technicians - 29-2051.00

O*NET-SOC Description

Assist in the provision of food service and nutritional programs, under the supervision of a dietitian. May plan and produce meals based on established guidelines, teach principles of food and nutrition, or counsel individuals.

Sample of Reported Job Titles

Cook Chill Technician (CCT)
Diet Assistant
Diet Clerk
Diet Tech (Diet Technician)
Diet Tech (Dietetic Technician)

Diet Technician Registered (DTR)
Dietary Aide
Dietetic Assistant
Dietetic Technician Registered (DTR)
Nutrition Technician

SOC Occupation Groups

29-0000	Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
29-2000	Health Technologists and Technicians
29-2050	Health Practitioner Support Technologists and Technicians
29-2051.00	Dietetic Technicians

Related Occupations

21-1091.00	Health Education Specialists Bright Outlook
21-1094.00	Community Health Workers
29-1031.00	Dietitians and Nutritionists
29-1128.00	Exercise Physiologists
29-1141.00	Registered Nurses
29-2053.00	Psychiatric Technicians
29-2061.00	Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses
31-1121.00	Home Health Aides
31-1131.00	Nursing Assistants
31-9092.00	Medical Assistants

Tasks

Analyze menus or recipes, standardize recipes, or test new products.
Attend interdisciplinary meetings with other health care professionals to discuss patient care.
Conduct nutritional assessments of individuals, including obtaining and evaluating individuals' dietary histories, to plan nutritional programs.
Deliver speeches on diet, nutrition, or health to promote healthy eating habits and illness prevention and treatment.
Determine food and beverage costs and assist in implementing cost control procedures.
Develop job specifications, job descriptions, or work schedules.
Observe and monitor patient food intake and body weight, and report changes, progress, and dietary problems to dietician.
Plan menus or diets or guide individuals or families in food selection, preparation, or menu planning, based upon nutritional needs and established guidelines.
Prepare a major meal, following recipes and determining group food quantities.
Provide dietitians with assistance researching food, nutrition, or food service systems.
Refer patients to other relevant services to provide continuity of care.
Select, schedule, or conduct orientation or in-service education programs.
Supervise food production or service or assist dietitians or nutritionists in food service supervision or planning.

Detailed Work Activities

Analyze patient data to determine patient needs or treatment goals.
Collaborate with healthcare professionals to plan or provide treatment.
Collaborate with other professionals to assess client needs or plan treatments.
Collect medical information from patients, family members, or other medical professionals.
Communicate health and wellness information to the public.
Conduct research to increase knowledge about medical issues.
Evaluate patient functioning, capabilities, or health.
Inform medical professionals regarding patient conditions and care.
Manage preparation of special meals or diets.
Monitor nutrition related activities of individuals or groups.
Monitor patient progress or responses to treatments.
Provide health and wellness advice to patients, program participants, or caregivers.
Refer patients to other healthcare practitioners or health resources.
Supervise medical support personnel.
Train medical providers.

Military Crosswalk Titles

Aerospace Medical Service (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Apprentice (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Apprentice, Aeromedical Education Technician (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Apprentice, Allergy/Immunization Technician (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Apprentice, Flight and Operational Medical Technician (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Apprentice, Independent Duty Medical Technician (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Apprentice, National Registry Paramedic (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Apprentice, Neurodiagnostic Medical Technician (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Craftsman (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Craftsman, Aeromedical Education Technician (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Craftsman, Allergy/Immunization Technician (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Craftsman, Flight and Operational Medical Technician (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Craftsman, Independent Duty Medical Technician (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Craftsman, National Registry Paramedic (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Craftsman, Neurodiagnostic Medical Technician (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Helper (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Helper, Aeromedical Education Technician (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Helper, Allergy/Immunization Technician (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Helper, Flight and Operational Medical Technician (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Helper, Independent Duty Medical Technician (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Helper, National Registry Paramedic (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Helper, Neurodiagnostic Medical Technician (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Journeyman (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Journeyman, Aeromedical Education Technician (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Journeyman, Allergy/Immunization Technician (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Journeyman, Flight and Operational Medical Technician (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Journeyman, Independent Duty Medical Technician (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Journeyman, National Registry Paramedic (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Journeyman, Neurodiagnostic Medical Technician (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Superintendent (Air Force - Enlisted)
Dental Assistant (Air Force - Enlisted)
Dental Assistant Apprentice (Air Force - Enlisted)

Dental Assistant Craftsman (Air Force - Enlisted)
Dental Assistant Craftsman, Dental Hygienist (Air Force - Enlisted)
Dental Assistant Helper (Air Force - Enlisted)
Dental Assistant Journeyman (Air Force - Enlisted)
Dental Assistant Journeyman, Dental Hygienist (Air Force - Enlisted)
Diet Therapy (Air Force - Enlisted)
Diet Therapy Apprentice (Air Force - Enlisted)
Diet Therapy Craftsman (Air Force - Enlisted)
Diet Therapy Helper (Air Force - Enlisted)
Diet Therapy Journeyman (Air Force - Enlisted)
Diet Therapy Manager (Air Force - Enlisted)
Diet Therapy Superintendent (Air Force - Enlisted)
Dietitian (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Dietitian (Army - Commissioned Officer only)
Dietitian (Navy - Commissioned Officer only)
Food Service Technician (Army - Warrant Officer only)
Health Services Management (Air Force - Enlisted)
Health Services Management Apprentice (Air Force - Enlisted)
Health Services Management Craftsman (Air Force - Enlisted)
Health Services Management Craftsman, Health Information Technology (Air Force - Enlisted)
Health Services Management Helper (Air Force - Enlisted)
Health Services Management Journeyman (Air Force - Enlisted)
Health Services Management Journeyman, Health Information Technology (Air Force - Enlisted)
Health Services Management Superintendent (Air Force - Enlisted)
Health Services Technician (Coast Guard - Enlisted)
Hospital Corpsman (Navy - Enlisted)
Medical Administration Specialty (Coast Guard - Warrant Officer only)
Medical Specialist Corps Officer (Army - Commissioned Officer only)
Nutrition Care Specialist (Army - Enlisted)
Specialist Allied Operations (Army - Commissioned Officer only)
Unit Supply Specialist (Army - Enlisted)

Apprenticeship Crosswalk Titles

Certified Dietary Manager

DOT Crosswalk Titles

Dietetic Technician