dietetic technician

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dietetic technician,

a person trained in food and nutrition who may work independently or in a team with a registered dietitian. Dietetic technicians often screen patients to identify nutrition problems, provide patient education and counseling, develop menus and recipes, supervise food service personnel, purchase food, and monitor inventory and food quality. A 2-year associate degree program is usually required. Those who complete the associate degree program and pass a registration exam become a Dietetic Technician, Registered (DTR).

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