Diet Office Clerk Full-Time
Job Description
Under the supervision of the Patient Services Manager, performs a variety of tasks associated with ensuring that the patients receive meals and nourishment in accordance with the physician diet order. Supports the activities of the Registered Dietitian through careful coordination and execution of tasks such as calorie count, nourishment set up and provision of appetite and intake. Functions as a member of the Clinical Nutrition and patient services team and maintains a positive relationship with all department members, allied health care team members, patients, and families.
Minimum Qualifications
- Education: High School degree preferred
- Licensure, Certification, Registration: None required
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
- Proficient in basic 4-function math
- Demonstrates proficiency in speaking and writing in English
- Demonstrates proficiency in oral and written communication
- Requires the ability to move within and between patient care units and food preparation areas
- Requires vision/color and manual dexterity for checking patient menus entering data into computer, identifying special diets and codes by color, and manipulating menus and paperwork
- Knowledge of relevant precautions for applicable infectious disease
- Telephone skills / Customer service skills
Experience
- A minimum of one (1) year hospital or nursing home food service is preferred
Pay Range
The pay range listed for this position is $17.00 – $22.88 per hour. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, including seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.
Additional Information
Beth Israel Lahey Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.