Diet Assistant
About The Position
Coordinates all diet office activities as related to the patient trayline and production in an accurate and timely manner. Processes all patient meal selections assuring compliance to diet order using department room service computer program, department standards, and job task list. Prints appropriate daily reports as required (e.g., allergy report, host round sheets, daily census, tube feedings and nourishments, dietitian consults). Verifies diet order changes in the diet office computer system against hospital system generated hard copies. Processes all appropriate charges as assigned. Assures excellent customer service and communication to patients, families, and all hospital associates. Documents all concerns, issues, requests, etc., on the phone log, room service computer systems, and notifies the Supervisor or Patient Services Manager as required by department standards. Demonstrates a respect for the confidentiality of patient information. Maintains HIPPA standards during all communications. Adheres to department safety, sanitation, service/communication standards. Practices safety and sanitation techniques that meet department standards. Uses correct body mechanics in the performance of duties. Utilizes all chemicals according to department and manufacturer guidelines. Practices a "clean as you go" approach in day-to-day task assignments. Demonstrates accuracy and clarity in both verbal and written communications. Demonstrates sound decision-making and takes responsibility for decisions with minimal supervision. Attends meetings, inservices, and training sessions. Completes CBT, flu shot, and other hospital requirements. Follows hospital and department dress codes. Additional or other duties may be assigned as based on the needs of the department.
Requirements
- In high school, high school graduate or GED
- 6 months in customer service field/ office
- Good Computer skills and able to navigate on various computer programs
- Very good communication skills
- Ability to work with minimal supervision
- Detail and results oriented
- Ability to work well under stressful situations
- Ability to follow thru on tasks
- Strong organizational skills
- Mathematical competence
- Ability to communicate effectively; written and verbal
- Ability to speak, read and write English clearly and proficiently
- Have a neat and professional appearance
Nice To Haves
- N/A
Responsibilities
- Processes all patient meal selections assuring compliance to diet order using department room service computer program, department standards, and job task list.
- Print appropriate daily reports as required. (ie. allergy report, host round sheets, daily census, tube feedings and nourishments, dietitian consults.)
- Verifies diet order changes in diet office computer system against hospital system generated hard copies.
- Processes all appropriate charges as assigned.
- Assures excellent customer service and communication to patients, families, and all hospital associates.
- Documents all concerns, issues, request etc on phone log , room service computer systems and notifies Supervisor or Patient Services manager as required by department standards.
- Demonstrates a respect for the confidentiality of patient information. Maintains HIPPA standards during all communications.
- Practices safety and santitation,techniques that meet department standards.
- Use correcct body mechanics in the performance duties.
- Utilizes all chemicals according to department and manufacturer guidelines.
- Practicing a "clean as you go" in day to day task assignments.
- Demonstrates accuracy and clarity in both berbal and written communications
- Demonstrates sound decision making- takes responsibility for decisions. Minimal supervison.
- Attendance at meetings, inservices and training sessions.
- Completes CBT,flu shot, and other hospital requirements.
- Follow hospital and department dress codes.
- Additional or other duties may be assigned as based on needs of the department.
Benefits
- Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs
- Competitive compensation
- Generous retirement offerings
- Programs that invest in your career development
- Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
- Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
- Incentive pay for select positions
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
- Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
