SOC 29-2051
Dietetic Technicians
Risk Score
โ ๏ธ47/100
Elevated
US Employment
๐ฅ29,950
Total workers
Median Wage
๐ฐ$37K
$28K โ $53K
Projected Growth
๐+2.5%
2023-2033 (BLS)
GenAI Exposure
๐ค83/100
High exposure
๐ก Dietetic Technicians face a risk score of 47/100 โ 3 points above the national average of 44. With 83/100 GenAI exposure, this occupation faces significant pressure from AI tools despite strong projected growth. See our methodology โ
๐ก Workers in this field earn $37K. The 3 recommended career transitions all maintain competitive wages while reducing automation exposure. Explore transition paths โ
๐ AI Impact Analysis
With a risk score of 47/100, Dietetic Technicians faces moderate automation pressure. While tasks like telehealth platforms automating triage and intake are increasingly handled by AI, the role retains significant human elements. The 29,950 workers in this occupation should focus on strengthening skills in interdisciplinary care coordination and complex clinical judgment in ambiguous presentations to stay ahead. The role will likely evolve rather than disappear.
Will AI Replace Dietetic Technicians?
Read our full analysis with verdict, risk factors, safe tasks, and career transition paths โ
โ ๏ธ Top Risk Factors
Telehealth platforms automating triage and intake
Large language model automation of analysis tasks
AI-generated written content replacing manual drafting
Generative AI producing marketing and creative copy
๐ก๏ธ Tasks Safe from Automation
Interdisciplinary care coordination
Complex clinical judgment in ambiguous presentations
Emergency triage requiring rapid human judgment
Ethical decision-making in end-of-life situations
๐ Task Automation Breakdown
Based on O*NET task analysis and GenAI exposure scoring. Shows the estimated proportion of this occupation's core tasks that are automatable by current AI, augmented by AI tools, or require essential human skills.
๐ O*NET Task Profile
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.
๐ป Technology Skills
Calendar and scheduling software
Analytical or scientific software
Data base user interface and query software
Medical software
Enterprise resource planning ERP software
๐ Key Knowledge Areas
Customer and Personal Service
English Language
Education and Training
Mathematics
Public Safety and Security
๐ vs National Average
National avg: $46K
National avg: 44/100
National avg: 38/100
National avg: 3.7%
๐ Career Transition Paths
| Occupation | Risk | Wage | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dentists, All Other Specialists | 13 | $226K | 83% |
| Occupational Therapists | 28 | $98K | 83% |
| Orthotists and Prosthetists | 28 | $78K | 83% |