Diet Clerk

Prime Healthcare•Mesquite, TX

19d•Onsite

About The Position

Overview We are seeking a Diet Clerk, sometimes referred to as Nutrition Clerk or Diet ary Clerk . U nder the direction of the dietitian, the Diet Clerk performs clinical support tasks related to reviewing and approving therapeutic menu selections. The Diet Clerk will also ensure patient trays are accurate and served at appropriate temperatures . Shifts Available : Days Employment Type : Full Time Hours: 8-hour shifts – 7:30am to 3:30pm Location : Dallas Regional Medical Center – Mesquite, TX Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare: Health, dental, and vision insurance options Paid vacation, sick time and holidays Bereavement leave , FMLA and other leave options Employer 401K options Tuition reimbursement options Life, disability, and other insurance options Many other amazing benefits

Requirements

AA degree in Food Science/Nutrition preferred.
One (1) year of healthcare experience working with modified diets preferred.
County Specific Food Handlers certification required upon hire and maintained current

Responsibilities

Review and update physician diet orders in the hospital’s EHR to ensure each patient receives meals matching their prescribed diet
Assist patients with menu selections, print and distribute menus, and make substitutions when necessary
Communicate diet change, allerg y , and preference between nursing units, dietitians, and kitchen staff
Enter and maintain meal orders, admissions, and discharges in the dietary computer system to keep records accurate
Ensure diet accuracy, follow food safety standards, and support quality checks within the nutrition department