Diet Aide

Ernest Health • Brownsville, TX

11d • Onsite

About The Position

South Texas Rehabilitation Hospital is seeking a PRN Diet Aide to join their team of passionate patient caregivers. As a participating hospital of Ernest Health, they offer robust recognition, wellness, and retention programs designed to enhance the employee work experience, recognize achievements, and encourage feedback through platforms like “My Ernest Journey” and the Engagement Survey.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or the equivalent in education or experience required.
• Food Handlers license required.
• Knowledge of patient diets and safe food handling requirements and use of Nutritional Care Manual.
• Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
• Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

Nice To Haves

• Patient related service experience preferred.
• CPR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the service of meals for patients, visitors, and staff.
• Unpacking and visually inspecting food stock.
• Preparing, pouring, and portioning food.
• Carrying heavy trays, pots, etc.
• Delivering meals to patients.
• Maintaining sanitary work environment and food handling.
• Cleaning work station area and equipment.
• Washing dishes, pots, silverware, etc.
• Integrates the hospital’s mission and “Guiding Principles” into daily practice.

Benefits

• Recognition programs
• Wellness programs
• Retention programs

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED