Dietetic technicians help dietitians provide nutrition care. They may run food service facilities.

Dietetic technicians work closely with dietitians. They work in many settings, including:

• Hospitals
• Nursing homes
• Retirement centers
• Home health care programs

Technicians help dietitians create nutritional care plans. They gather information about patients' dietary needs. They may talk to doctors, nurses, or family members to get this information. Technicians observe patient food intake and report progress to dietitians.

Dietetic technicians educate people about nutrition. They teach people how to plan healthy meals based on their nutritional needs. They also teach people how to select and prepare foods.

Some dietetic technicians supervise food production. They work in institutions, such as prisons, day care centers, and schools. They budget and plan the menus following federal and state guidelines. Sometimes dietetic technicians supervise food service workers. They create job descriptions, work schedules, and make sure employees follow procedures.