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tnhealth

Certified Dietary Manager

Paris, TN · On-site

Education: BS with emphasis in Nutrition Dietetics, and/or A graduate of a dietetic technician or dietetic assistant training program by correspondence or classroom approved by Academy of Nutrition ...

tnhealth

Certified Dietary Manager

Paris, TN

Education: BS with emphasis in Nutrition Dietetics, and/or A graduate of a dietetic technician or dietetic assistant training program by correspondence or classroom approved by Academy of Nutrition ...

NHC Sparta

Dietary Cook / Assistant Cook

Sparta, TN · On-site

$12 - $14.25/hr

Director of Dietary / Dietary Manager / Assistant Dietary Manager QUALIFICATIONS: * Must have a sincere interest in foodservice and enjoy working with geriatric and other healthcare patients. * Must ...

NHC Sparta

Dietary Cook / Assistant Cook

Sparta, TN · On-site

$12 - $14.25/hr

Director of Dietary / Dietary Manager / Assistant Dietary Manager QUALIFICATIONS: * Must have a sincere interest in foodservice and enjoy working with geriatric and other healthcare patients * Must ...

CareRite Centers LLC

Dietary Supervisor

Lebanon, TN · On-site

Administrative Functions • Assist in planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing the Dietary Department's programs and activities • Coordinate dietary services and ...

ODYSSEY BEHAVIORAL GROUP

Dietitian

Nashville, TN · On-site

Provide nutritional education to clients/staff * Assist with oversight of nutritional content and ... nutrition/dietetics or a related field; Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Dietetic ...

ODYSSEY BEHAVIORAL GROUP

Dietitian

Nashville, TN · On-site

Provide nutritional education to clients/staff * Assist with oversight of nutritional content and ... nutrition/dietetics or a related field; Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Dietetic ...

Wexford House (2)

Dietary Aide

Kingsport, TN · On-site

$12.75 - $16.25/hr

Set up and serve meals, assist in daily cleaning duties as assigned, collect, and distribute menus, and assist in checking dietary trays before distribution to food carts and/or residents. * Perform ...

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Wexford House

Dietary Aide

Kingsport, TN · On-site

$12.75 - $16.25/hr

Set up and serve meals, assist in daily cleaning duties as assigned, collect, and distribute menus, and assist in checking dietary trays before distribution to food carts and/or residents. * Perform ...

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Dietetics Assistant information

What is a dietetics assistant?

Dietetics Assistants are healthcare workers who support dietitians in planning, preparing, and serving nutritious meals to patients or clients in hospitals, care facilities, or community settings. They help with menu planning, food preparation, and ensuring that meals meet dietary requirements prescribed by dietitians. Additionally, they may assist in monitoring patients' food intake, keeping records, and maintaining kitchen hygiene standards. Their work is essential in helping people manage health conditions through proper nutrition.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a dietetics assistant in a healthcare setting?

Dietetics Assistants generally support dietitians by preparing meal trays according to specific dietary requirements, collecting patient food preferences, and ensuring food safety and hygiene standards are met. They often interact with patients to relay nutrition information and feedback, assist in maintaining accurate dietary records, and help with inventory management in the kitchen or dietary department. Collaboration with dietitians, nursing staff, and kitchen teams is an integral part of the role, ensuring patients receive meals that align with their medical and nutritional needs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a dietetics assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Dietetics Assistant, you need a solid understanding of nutrition principles, food safety, and basic food preparation, often supported by a certificate or associate degree in nutrition or dietetics. Familiarity with dietary management software, food service equipment, and knowledge of regulatory standards such as HACCP is typical. Strong communication, attention to detail, and teamwork skills help you interact effectively with both patients and healthcare staff. These competencies ensure accurate meal preparation, adherence to dietary plans, and contribute to the overall health and satisfaction of those receiving care.

What is the difference between Dietetics Assistant vs Nutrition Aide?

AspectDietetics AssistantNutrition Aide
CredentialsMay require certification or training in dietetics supportTypically no formal certification required
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, long-term care facilitiesHospitals, community health programs, food service settings
Employer & Industry UsageHealthcare institutions, dietetic departmentsHealthcare and food service sectors
Job ResponsibilitiesAssist dietitians, prepare meals, maintain recordsAssist with meal service, basic food prep, client support

In summary, Dietetics Assistants typically have more specialized training and work closely with dietitians in healthcare settings, while Nutrition Aides focus on supporting meal services and basic food prep with less formal credentials. Both roles are essential in healthcare and food service environments but differ in responsibilities and required qualifications.

What are the most commonly searched types of Dietetics jobs in Tennessee?

The most popular types of Dietetics jobs in Tennessee are:

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Infographic showing various Dietetics Assistant job openings in Tennessee as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution.

Dietitian Assistant

TriStar Centennial Medical Center

Murfreesboro, TN • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 6 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Obtain food preferences from patients and prepare and distribute food and supplies to patients daily.

  • Exemplify excellent customer service to all patients and employees.

  • Perform responsibilities related to food service within the healthcare facility.

TriStar Health rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 29 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

10am - 6:30pm M-F  +every other weekend


Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Dietitian Assistant? At TriStar Centennial Medical Center, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.

Job Summary and Qualifications

The TriStar Food & Nutrition Patient Service Representative will be an experienced and competent professional who is responsible for obtaining food preferences, preparing, and distributing quality food and supplies to patients daily. This role will exemplify excellent customer service to all patients and employees. 

What qualifications you will need:

  • High School Graduate / GED

No Travel Required

No experience Required Years of Experience

Benefits

TriStar Centennial Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

  • Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
  • Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
  • Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
  • Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
  • Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
  • Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

TriStar Centennial Medical Center is a 740+ bed comprehensive facility. We offer medical and surgical programs. These include behavioral health and 24-hour emergency. These also include heart and vascular and imaging. These also include neurosciences, oncology, orthopedics, pediatrics, rehabilitation, sleep disorder, and women's services. We are an affiliate of TriStar Health. TriStar Centennial Medical Center is a 43-acre campus. We are home to TriStar Centennial Heart & Vascular Center. We are home to TriStar Centennial Women's Hospital. Our campus includes The Children's Hospital at TriStar Centennial, Sarah Cannon Cancer Institute at TriStar Centennial Medical Center, TriStar Centennial Advanced Joint Replacement Institute and TriStar Centennial Parthenon Pavilion.

HCA Healthcare has been named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Institute for ten consecutive years (2010-2019). In 2019, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.


"Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Dietitian Assistant opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your resume today to join our community of caring!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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