Dietary Assistant

Job 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.
• Aids in assembling and delivering patient/resident meals.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write and speak English.
• 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.