Air Force AFSC · Medical
4D0X1 Diet Therapy
Overview
A diet therapy specialist provides personalized dietary education and optimizes nutritional support for service members. This specialist collaborates with healthcare professionals to develop strategies that improve physical fitness, support recovery, and reduce injury risk.
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Skill levels: 4D011 helper · 4D031 apprentice · 4D051 journeyman · 4D071 craftsman
Core Skills
- Health data collection and documentation
- Use of electronic health records
- Data-driven nutrition planning
- Patient education and counseling
- Program development and evaluation
- Interdisciplinary team collaboration
- Quality improvement in clinical programs
- Research literacy and evidence-based practice
- Customer service and client engagement
- Basic data analysis and metrics tracking
Civilian Software & Tools
- MEDITECH software
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Word
- Appointment scheduling software
Civilian Career Paths
- Clinical Technician
- Public Health
- Rehabilitation
Training & Development
Getting Started
- ServSafe Food Handler
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
Career Growth
- Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)
- Certified Nutrition Support Clinician (CNSC)
- Certified Dietary Manager (CDM)
What the Work Involves
- Observe and monitor patient food intake and body weight, and report changes, progress, and dietary problems to dietician.
- Conduct nutritional assessments of individuals, including obtaining and evaluating individuals' dietary histories, to plan nutritional programs.
- Prepare a major meal, following recipes and determining group food quantities.
- Supervise food production or service or assist dietitians or nutritionists in food service supervision or planning.
- Plan menus or diets or guide individuals or families in food selection, preparation, or menu planning, based upon nutritional needs and established guidelines.
Related Occupations
- Community Health Workers
- Dietitians and Nutritionists
- Home Health Aides
- Psychiatric Technicians
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.
Formerly Known As (Legacy)
Retired codes that converted into 4D0X1. Each legacy page documents the cited history.
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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