Dietary Aide- FULL Time

PACS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The dietary aide assignments are determined by the needs basis on the activity of the shift. He/she reports to the Cook and Dietary supervisor. Whitehall Borough Post Acute is a 166-bed post-acute care facility located at 505 Weyman Rd., Pittsburgh. Our positive reputation in the community is a testament to our incredible staff members. As a member of the PACS network, you'll be part of America's fastest-growing network of post-acute care facilities. We pride ourselves on redefining healthcare through love, excellence, trust, accountability, mutual respect, and fun. PACS is revolutionizing the delivery and leadership of post-acute healthcare and support services across the country. Originally founded in 2013, the organization now consists of hundreds of independent operating subsidiaries, as well as ancillary and support services. We bring a proven model of mission-driven care that balances access to a national network of support and resources with local decision making. In addition, PACS helps connect exceptional people with premier healthcare careers across the country. We focus on finding innovative and effective team members based on their qualifications, experience, geographic preferences, and personality fit with the existing facility staff and culture. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants of every race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and any other protected characteristic. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Requirements

Must be 16 years of age or older
Clear Cisive Background Check- last 7 years reviewed
Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility, which include a physical examination and 2-step PPD or equivalent.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand; walk and talk, read or hear
Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 25 pounds to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet.
Compassion for a vulnerable population and willingness to advocate for patients.
Understanding of Patient Rights.
Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents.
Ability to maintain all required continuing education
Ability to read technical procedures.
Ability to read and follow recipes.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and employees.
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to solve practical problems.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Must obtain and maintain food handlers’ certificate.
Standing and /or walking very frequently.
Sitting occasionally.
Reaching with hands and arms frequently, pushing/pulling very frequently.
Talking and /or hearing very frequently.
Tasting and /or smelling very frequently.
Lifting up to 50 pounds frequently.
Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling occasionally.
Close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception in vision: ability to adjust focus.

Responsibilities

Must be able to learn food service routine within a short period.
Set up meal trays.
Must strip down returned trays and start washing dishes.
Assist with serving the different meals.
Check and record chlorine concentration and water temperature of dishwashing machine at the beginning of shift.
Observe water temperatures of dishwasher during dishwashing cycles.
Operate dishwasher.
Prepare nourishments and snacks.
Sweep and mop kitchen.
Carry out trash and garbage.
Put groceries away in a safe, orderly and clean manner.
To leave the kitchen in a clean and sanitary manner and be of assistance when called upon by the cook or dietary supervisor.
Clean work surfaces and refrigerators.
Sweep, mop, and maintain floors.
Participate in the orientation and ongoing training of dietary staff.
Ability to work in cooperation and harmony with personnel in all departments.