NUTRITION ASSISTANT

Compass Group•Southaven, MS

8d•Onsite

About The Position

We are hiring immediately for a Nutrition Assistant position. Location: Morrison Healthcare with Baptist - Desoto-Southaven, MS Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule: M-F, rotating weekends Make a difference in the lives of people, your community, and yourself. Join a culture of opportunity with Morrison Healthcare. Our careers are filled with purpose and empower you to transform healthcare experiences. Take a look for yourself! Morrison Healthcare is a leading national food and nutrition services company supporting more than 1,000 hospitals and healthcare systems across 46 states, many of which are recognized as U.S. News & World Report ranked Top Hospitals and Health Systems. For over 70 years, Morrison has been serving some of the nation’s largest health systems and bringing a culinary, nutritional, and operational expertise that truly transforms the healthcare dining experience. Morrison has more than 1,600 registered dietitians, 1,200 executive chefs, and 31,000 professional food service team members. The company has been recognized as one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to Work since 2012. Job SummaryWe are seeking a Nutrition Technician FT to join our Nutrition Team in an acute care medical center in Southaven, MS.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition or related Science, required
Possess the necessary skills to effectively utilize Microsoft office applications, electronic medical record & diet office systems, and nutrient analysis programming

Nice To Haves

One (1) year of hospital experience, preferred

Responsibilities

Assists the Dietitian with patient data collection, nutrition screening, and modified menu planning
Assists patients in completing menu selections
Follows all guidelines as outlined within the Company Diet Manual and the Clinical Nutrition Policies & Procedures Manual
Complies with all regulatory standards to include federal, state, and accrediting agencies, while adhering to facility confidentiality, HIPPA regulations, and patient rights policies
Trains and mentor’s patient services staff and interns as applicable
Participates in patient satisfaction programs, departmental meetings, and facility wide Quality Assurance/Performance Improvement programs

Benefits

Retirement Plan
Associate Shopping Program
Health and Wellness Programs
Discount Marketplace
Identify Theft Protection
Pet Insurance, and other voluntary benefits including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance/AD
Disability Insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)