Dietary Assistant - Part Time - 22 1/2 Hours Per Week

Lehigh Valley Health Network•Hazleton, PA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks. Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work. LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day. Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network. Summary Provides quality food service in accordance with all state and federal regulations and meets the nutritional and individual needs of each patient. Assists in the menu selection, service, and delivery of food for the patient population served. Follows and maintains union policies and procedures throughout the scope of work.

Requirements

1 year of experience in the Food Service Industry
Ability to utilize computers and other electronic devices for tasks such as timekeeping, in-servicing, and documentation.
Ability to interpret and adhere to union policies and procedures.
Ability to read and understand instructions and diet order cards.
Coordination and dexterity for preparing food and operating dietary equipment safely.
Knowledge of methods and procedures for serving food, principles of sanitation, and principles of safe food handling.

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma/GED

Responsibilities

Assists in preparation of supplies and setting up of tray-line area prior to each meal.
Delivers food promptly and professionally maintains safe food handling and sanitation standards.
Engage with patients in a friendly and professional manner while actively listening to their concerns
Follows meal patterns and evaluates patient meal according to approved diet manual.
Keeps work area clean and orderly.
Knowledgeable about the food and drinks that is served and can handle various dietary requirements.
Participates in the quality assurance, mealtime assessment, and environmental assessment.
Protect confidential information based on HIPPA and other regulatory privacy laws
Take orders for meals, print meal receipts, meal count, and submit to cook
Work closely with all Registered Dieticians to anticipate patient needs.