PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE (DIETARY AIDE) (FULL TIME )

Compass Group•Bath Township, OH

1d•$15 - $16•Onsite

About The Position

Unidine is hiring immediately for a full time PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE (DIETARY AIDE) position. Location: Crystal Clinic Orthopedic Center - 3557 Embassy Parkway, Akron, OH 44333. Schedule: Full time schedule. Monday through Friday, 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Availability to work one day a week from 6:00 am to 2:30 pm and every other weekend. Further details upon interview. Requirement: Previous dietary aide experience is preferred. Perks: Free uniforms and meals during shift. 90-day review. Willing to train! Pay Range: $15.00 per hour to $16.00 per hour. WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU A fun work environment, robust benefits package, great team members, and a career with one of the top hospitality companies in the nation! You'll work with a talented and supportive team that makes a real impact in the lives of those we serve. YOU'D MAKE A GREAT ADDITION TO OUR TEAM Our culinary team is the core of our business. Every day brings new opportunities to enhance lives, create connections, and make a difference. If you enjoy creating memorable experiences, you will be a great addition to the Unidine team!Job SummaryPatient Dining Associates work on assigned units in a healthcare facility, and provide services that include helping patients make menu selections, assemble, deliver and pick-up their meal trays. They are part of the caregiving team, responsible for patient safety and satisfaction goals by making sure meals are accurate and delivered at the right time and temperature.

Requirements

Ability to read, write and interpret documents in English.
Basic computer and mathematical skills.
Must be able to occasionally lift or move up to 100 pounds, as well as maneuver and push food delivery carts.

Nice To Haves

Previous dietary aide experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Help patients understand their menu selections and work with nursing to ensure sure their orders comply with their nutritional requirements or restrictions.
Work with the caregivers and culinary team to determine menu alternatives for patients with food allergies and sensitivities; cultural, ethnic and religious preferences; or when a patient inquires about additional selections.
Manage tray tickets and assemble meals according to each patient’s menu selection in a timely and accurate manner. Retrieve trays from patient rooms at assigned times.
Complies with regulator agency standards, including federal, state and JCAHO. Adhere to facility confidentiality and the patient’s rights policy as outlined in the facility’s Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) policies and procedures.
Follows Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) guidelines when handling food, cleaning work stations and breaking down patient tray line.
Follows facility and department infection control policies and procedures.
Assist dietitians, such as helping monitor patients who cannot eat food through their mouth, are on liquid diets or have a specific calorie count to manage.
Communicate problems or concerns with patients to appropriate personnel in a timely manner, following department procedures.
Complete all daily, weekly or monthly reports as outlined in the Morrison Healthcare policies and procedures.
Comply with federal, state and local health and sanitation regulations, as well as department sanitation procedures.
Performs other duties assigned.

Benefits

Retirement Plan
Associate Shopping Program
Health and Wellness Programs
Discount Marketplace
Identity Theft Protection
Pet Insurance
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)