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The Dietetic Technician, Level I is responsible for daily routines and functions in order to see that all patients receive meals in a timely fashion and the meals meet the Physician order and patient preferences, including delivering the meals to the patients rooms.

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks:

Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for staff and family\ Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave\ Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)\ Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS\ Basic Life Insurance up to \$50,000\ Career Training and Educational Opportunities\ Merchant Discounts\ Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy\ Salary: \$29,120 annually (\$14.00 hourly)

Responsibilities\ Responsible for delivering the meals to the patients, as well as, retrieving dirty patient trays from the unit.\ Informs physician of patients dietary problems, including requesting reviews or renewals of diet orders.\ Assist with the assembling of patient trays.\ Restocking areas as needed.\ May perform other duties as assigned.\ Qualifications\ Minimum Qualifications:

High School diploma/GED plus 2 years of experience in customer service.\ This position is subject to a pre-employment criminal background check. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

UAMS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans and is committed to excellence.

Physical Requirements\ Stand: Continuously\ Sit: Never\ Walk: Frequently\ Bend, crawl, crouch, kneel, stoop, or reach overhead: Frequently\ Lift, push, pull, carry weight: 26 50 lbs\ Use hands to touch, handle, or feel: Continuously\ Talk: Continuously\ Hear: Continuously\ Taste or smell: Occasionally\ Read, concentrate, think analytically: Continuously\ Physical Environment: Inside Medical Facility Environment\ Noise Level: Loud\ Visual Requirements: Color discrimination, Depth perception, Far visual acuity, Near visual acuity\ Hazards: Chemical, Electrical, Heavy machinery