Registered Dietetic Technician

Overview

The Registered Dietetic Technician assumes responsibility for direct and indirect patient care activities as delegated and / or supervised by a Registered Dietitian. The Registered Dietetic Technician provides food and nutrition services to patients within his / her individual scope of practice and demonstrates competence and utilizes the Nutrition Care Process and Terminology (NCPT) to assist with assessing nutrition status and developing and implementing nutrition care plans for patients at nutrition risk. As an active member of the patient care team, the Registered Dietetic Technician supports / assists the Registered Dietitian with patient support, clinical and non-clinical activities, and education as appropriate, incorporating the principles of family–centered care.

In the Special Feed Unit (SFU), the Registered Dietetic Technician is responsible for preparing and distributing specialized infant and pediatric feeds following strict preparation guidelines and procedures for food handling and hygiene. The unit is open 7 days a week including national holidays and staff works a designated rotation. The role requires rotational weekend duties with clinical and SFU working.

KEY ROLE ACCOUNTABILITIES :

SPECIAL FEED UNIT

• Works as a team member in the preparation of formulas and modular feeds. This includes, but not limited to :
• Verifies new feed orders provided by the Registered Dietitian
• Prepares infant formulas and modular feeds accurately according to established recipes provided by Dietitian, following pre-established feeding preparation procedures and adhering to quality control standards.
• Uses correct and accurate techniques to measure powders and liquids.
• Stores prepared feeds properly until delivery to the patient area.
• Maintains daily records and updates computerized patient profiles regarding the feed order.
• Completes daily batch records for prepared feedings.
• Maintains a daily log of refrigeration and heating temperatures, including refrigerators in the patient care unit.
• Maintains sufficient stock and order adequate supplies :
• Completes daily tally or census sheets indicating formulas prepared.
• Prepares storeroom or purchasing requisition for all infant formulas, glassware, bottles, enteral feeding bags, teats, and other supplies and notifies supervisor of any shortages.
• Orders products and supplies and notifies supervisor of any shortages.
• Checks expiration dates on products on delivery and in storage
• Maintains sanitation in the preparation area of the special feed unit.
• Cleans and sanitizes all work surfaces in the preparation room before and after each feeding preparation.
• Cleans utensils, equipment, and storage areas used in the infant feeding preparation room according to established procedures.
• Follows department and infection control policies regarding feeding handling.
• When appropriate, prepare samples for bacteria check according to the established protocol.
• Maintains daily appearance and personal hygiene according to departmental guidelines.
• Operates equipment – e.g. weighing scales, blast chillers, dishwashers.

CLINICAL

Nutrition assessment

Nutrition intervention / Plan of care

Counseling and Education

Documentation and communication

Accreditation and Regulatory compliance

Time Management Functions

Performance Measurements and Quality Improvement

Professional Development

Communication

Interpersonal Relations

Technical knowledge

Analytical thinking

In view of the evolving needs and opportunities within Sidra, this position may be required to perform other duties as assigned and reporting relationships may vary.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS – REQUIREMENTS

ESSENTIAL

Education Associate's degree or diploma (minimum 2 years) in Dietetics, Nutrition, or related field

Experience

Certification and Licensure Eligibility to get license by QCHP

Job Specific Skills and Abilities

About Us

Sidra Medicine a healthy population is essential to a strong, prosperous society, and throughout 2020, Sidra continued to provide uninterrupted comprehensive specialist healthcare services for children and young people; and exceptional maternity, gynecology, and reproductive medical services for women, previously unavailable in Qatar and the region.” – H.H Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, Chairperson of Qatar Foundation

Sidra Medicine represents the vision of Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser who serves as its Chairperson. This high-tech facility is home to world-class patient care, scientific expertise, and educational resources.

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