Dietetic Assistant - PT

About the role

This position works to ensure that patients receive accurate, efficient, and satisfactory delivery of meals and other nutrition. The role serves as a direct liaison for patient satisfaction within the Nutrition and Food Services department and assists higher-level personnel in preparing and maintaining a clean work area. Work is routinely reviewed for adherence to sanitary standards and completion of assignments.

Responsibilities

• Delivers food trays, nourishments, and snacks to patients in a timely manner.
• Assists with tray preparation during meal service hours.
• Adheres to all safety, sanitation, health, and privacy standards required by the department.
• Carries items from storeroom and coolers to workstations, and transfers food and equipment items to appropriate storage areas.
• Communicates with patients regarding meal tickets, accuracy, and other relevant information.
• Maintains compliance with JCAHO, State Health Department, and OSHA regarding on-going required job training and health standards.
• Uses proper protocol, including wearing required PPE and hand sanitation, to prevent contamination.
• Maintains clean work areas and equipment utilized during shift.
• Aids in dirty tray removal and retrieval, as needed.
• Performs quality assurance activities, such as monitoring satisfaction surveys.
• Maintains a professional demeanor when interacting with all patients, visitors, and staff.

Requirements

• One (1) year of experience with food service or customer service experience OR hospital clinical dietetics.
• Approximately 95% of the workday is spent walking and moving throughout the facility; candidates must be prepared for a highly active role and able to meet the physical demands of the position.

Preferences

• Current ServSafe certification.
• Previous experience in similar roles or in a hospital setting.

Education

No formal education requirements as long as other position qualifications are met.

Licensure/Certification

No licensure or certification required.

Pay

$18.00 - $24.66 per hour (Hiring Range). Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity.

Schedule

• Work Type: Part Time
• Standard Hours Per Week: 20.00
• Work Assignment Type: Onsite
• Work Schedule: Evening
• Job Location: Chapel Hill, NC
• Exempt From Overtime: No

Benefits

This is a State position employed by UNC Health Care System with UNC Health benefits. If you are presently an employee of another North Carolina agency and currently participate in TSERS or the ORP, you will be eligible to continue participating in those plans at UNC Health.