Dietetic Technicians

They make sure food is good for you.

Wages	$19.55 per hour on average
Outlook	The outlook is Very Good
Education & Training	High School or less is needed for entry.
Related Programs (Current training programs available)	Dietetic Technician Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies, General
On the Job	Work Activities Refer patients to other healthcare practitioners or health resources. Inform medical professionals regarding patient conditions and care. Monitor patient progress or responses to treatments. Collect medical information from patients, family members, or other medical professionals. Conduct research to increase knowledge about medical issues. Evaluate patient functioning, capabilities, or health. Train medical providers. Analyze patient data to determine patient needs or treatment goals. Manage preparation of special meals or diets. Supervise medical support personnel.
Career Path	Patient Care
Similar Careers	Dental Assistants Dental Hygienists Dental Laboratory Technicians Home Health Aides Licensed Practical Nurses Medical Assistants Nursing Assistants Pharmacy Aides Pharmacy Technicians Physical Therapist Aides Physical Therapist Assistants Psychiatric Aides Radiation Therapists Registered Nurses Respiratory Therapists
Find Jobs	ZIP code Powered by MinnesotaWorks.net

Want to explore more careers?

To learn about other careers in Health, click on Careers in Health.
To look at all careers, click on Find Careers Tool.

This page includes information from the O*NET 24.2 Database by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA). Used under the CC BY 4.0 license. O*NET® is a trademark of USDOL/ETA.