Dietetic Technician (UPMC Presbyterian)

3/15/2026

The role involves performing nutrition screening, assessing nutrition risk levels, and providing direct patient care using Medical Nutrition Therapy to develop patient care plans. Responsibilities also include providing nutrition education and assisting with the training of students and new associates.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

10,001+ employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

About The Company

UPMC is a world-renowned, nonprofit health care provider and insurer committed to delivering exceptional, people-centered care and community services. Headquartered in Pittsburgh and affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences, UPMC is shaping the future of health through clinical and technological innovation, research, and education. Dedicated to advancing the well-being of our diverse communities, we provide nearly $2 billion annually in community benefits, more than any other health system in Pennsylvania. Our 100,000 employees — including more than 5,000 physicians — care for patients across more than 40 hospitals and 800 outpatient sites in Pennsylvania, New York, and Maryland, as well as overseas. UPMC Insurance Services covers more than 4 million members, providing the highest-quality care at the most affordable price. To learn more, visit UPMC.com.

About the Role

Diet Tech

Are you a Dietetic Technician, Registered (DTR) or individual with 4-year nutrition degree? Are you passionate about clinical nutrition and looking for a high acuity hospital setting to further your knowledge and continue to develop your skills? If so, this position is for you! New graduates are encouraged to apply.

Job Summary:

UPMC Presbyterian is a large teaching hospital located in Oakland, a neighborhood in Pittsburgh. We care for a variety of adult patients, including Transplant, Trauma, Cardiac, and Neurology- just to name a few! As a part of inpatient team of skilled Dietitians and Diet Technicians, you will provide quality nutrition care to hospitalized patients. We love our team of innovative and compassion clinicians and know you will too!

Working Hours: 40 hours within a 2-week pay period with flexible scheduling and start time, rotating weekends and holidays

Responsibilities:

Performs nutrition screening of patients and accurately assesses nutrition risk levels per established criteria.
Provide direct patient care using Medical Nutrition Therapy to assess patients and develop goals and a plan of care.
Provide appropriate nutrition education.
Assists with the education, mentoring, and training of dietetic students/intern and new associates.
Accountable as nutrition liaison/expert to assigned units & participate as a member of interdisciplinary committees and projects.
Participate in department Quality Process Improvement activities.

Qualifications:

BS in Nutrition/Dietetics - Dietetics Tract

Associates Degree, completion of DTR exam required within 3 months of hire.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

For associate degree, DTR required. Completion of 5-10 CEU annually/50 CEU every 5 years.
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UPMC provides a comprehensive benefits package, with a focus on physical, mental, and financial health.

Additional Perks:

Reimbursement of CDR renewal fees, if applicable
Position qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Please see https://studentaid.gov/pslf/ for additional information regarding qualification.
Paid conference days.
Tuition Assistance.
Competitive PTO accrual.

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Key Skills

Nutrition ScreeningMedical Nutrition TherapyPatient CareNutrition EducationMentoringTrainingQuality Process ImprovementClinical Nutrition