"Per Diem - Nutrition Technician"

Position Summary / Department Summary

The Clinical Nutrition Department is seeking a Per-Diem Nutrition Technician to support the Clinical Dietitian team in providing optimal nutritional care to patients. This role includes formula preparation, breastmilk handling, and inventory support. The position plays a vital role in ensuring the accuracy and safety of nutrition delivery to our pediatric population.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist Clinical Dietitians in providing nutritional care, including formula preparation and food-related tasks.
• Prepare specialized breastmilk nutrition, including donor human milk diets, skim human milk, and high-calorie hind milk.
• Support inventory processes for breastmilk, formulas, supplements, and supplies.
• Operate specialized equipment such as the Creamatocrit and Centrifuge for precise nutrition preparation.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

High school diploma or GED required. Associate's degree from an ACEND-accredited program or current enrollment in a Didactic Program in Dietetics from an ACEND-accredited program preferred.

Experience:

Proficiency in nutrient analysis programs preferred. Analytical skills to resolve problems using basic scientific, mathematical, or technical principles. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written formats, with demonstrated empathy in difficult interpersonal situations.

Licensure / Certifications:

ServSafe Certification preferred.

About Boston Children's Hospital

Boston Children's Hospital is a 395-bed comprehensive center for pediatric health care. As one of the largest pediatric medical centers in the United States, Children's offers a complete range of health care services for children from birth through 21 years of age.