Dietary Assistant

Hartford Healthcare • Hartford, CT

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About The Position

Work where every moment matters. Every day, over 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common\: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network. Job Responsibilities: Obtains menu selections, preferences and allergies/intolerances from patients of all age groups. Ensures menus are accurate according to prescribed dietary order utilizing appropriate information systems and by communicating with dietitians, food service associates, cooks, nursing staff and management regarding patient/resident care. Obtains patient menu selections consistent with current diet order and any cultural or individualized requirements or requests. Utilizes all required computerized reports at each meal to check tray tickets before the meal service starts. Makes corrections to tray tickets according to prescribed diet orders. Obtains daily report of patients/residents receiving nourishments, tube feedings, and supplements. May assist in gathering and/or delivering products as needed. Assists with assembling and delivering patient/resident meals. Perform other related duties as required.

Requirements

• Must be able to read, write and speak English
• Ability to read and understand oral and written instructions, and effectively communicate information.
• Basic computer skills (including opening/reading email, basic internet use).
• Working knowledge of Basic Nutrition.
• Ability to read and understand oral and written instructions, and effectively communicate information.
• Excellent interpersonal skills necessary to communicate with departments, employees, physicians and managers.
• Works efficiently and organizes time appropriately.
• Must be organized, flexible and a team player.
• Ability to manage time and meet deadlines in a hectic work environment.
• Commitment to customer service
• Basic computer knowledge in order to enter/retrieve data.

Nice To Haves

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
• One year of experience in nutrition related or customer service field
• Certified Dietetic Technician
• Additional languages a plus

Responsibilities

• Obtains menu selections, preferences and allergies/intolerances from patients of all age groups.
• Ensures menus are accurate according to prescribed dietary order utilizing appropriate information systems and by communicating with dietitians, food service associates, cooks, nursing staff and management regarding patient/resident care.
• Obtains patient menu selections consistent with current diet order and any cultural or individualized requirements or requests.
• Utilizes all required computerized reports at each meal to check tray tickets before the meal service starts.
• Makes corrections to tray tickets according to prescribed diet orders.
• Obtains daily report of patients/residents receiving nourishments, tube feedings, and supplements.
• May assist in gathering and/or delivering products as needed.
• Assists with assembling and delivering patient/resident meals.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Benefits

• We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees