Dietary Assistant

Hartford HealthCare

87d

About The Position

Every day, more than 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.

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.
• 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

• Competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees