Patient Dining Associate

OhioHealth • Williamstown, KY

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Dining Associate works at an OhioHealth care site to help patients make menu selections and to assemble, deliver, and pick up meal trays. As part of the caregiving team, the associate supports patient safety and satisfaction by ensuring meals are accurate and delivered at the right time and temperature. The role also involves communicating with dietitians, nursing staff, and other OhioHealth associates; interacting professionally with patients, visitors, and associates; cleaning and stocking assigned areas; using department and hospital computer systems; and preparing and delivering nourishments, floor stocks, and late trays. The associate may be assigned to assist in other department areas. Responsibilities emphasize safety, quality, and efficiency as part of OhioHealth's High Reliability Organization.

Requirements

• No degree or diploma is required.
• Individuals aged 16–18 without a high school diploma or GED may be considered with an applicable work permit.

Responsibilities

• Complete patient meal orders and assemble, distribute, and retrieve meal trays in a timely manner.
• Maintain clear and accurate communications with dietitians, nursing staff, and OhioHealth associates.
• Interact professionally with patients, visitors, and associates to meet or exceed service standards.
• Clean and stock work stations, pods, and kitchen areas as assigned.
• Use department and hospital computer software to enter preferences and print reports, nourishment labels, and diet order change sheets.
• Prepare and deliver nourishments, floor stocks, and late trays.
• Record temperatures of unit refrigerators.
• Assist in other areas of the department as needed.
• Perform duties with a focus on safety, quality, and efficiency.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed