Pantry Assistant

Job Summary

The Pantry Assistant is responsible for helping patients improve their diets. The position provides medical nutrition information to patients using the on-site food pantries. Ensure the food pantry is stocked and organized.

Major Duties And Responsibilities

• Check, examine, and record patient access, food selections, and other required information in EMR.
• Work with supervisor to restock pantries.
• Work with Marketing team to enhance and promote the food pantries.
• Provide patients with other food resources.
• Instruct patients and their families on the benefits of healthy eating habits and answer any questions they may have about it.
• Aid in meal planning and dietary information for patients under the supervision of the Nutritionist and Dietician.
• Assist with pickup and stocking of food supplies in pantries, as needed.
• Engage in food safety at the Columbia, Mt. Vernon, Glen Burnie or Baltimore County pantries.
• Work with site nutritionist/dietician to provide educational dietary information for patients.
• Assist patients with dietary restrictions in choosing appropriate food items.
• Utilize EMR resources to manage patient care, including flags and referrals.
• Use email (Outlook), Teams, and other approved communication channels to maintain regular communication with Chase Brexton team and external partners when needed.
• Utilize “out of office” functions in EMR, Outlook, and phone system to make staff aware of absences.

Skills And Abilities

• Interest in nutrition and healthy outcomes
• Effective communication, research, presentation, and creative skills
• Ability to learn new computer skills
• Maintain sensitivity to religious, ethnic, and cultural differences in others and show respect and empathy

Education And/Or Experience Required

• High school diploma
• Previous experience in a similar role is a plus
• Ability to provide high-quality dietary advice to patients
• Willingness to customize dietary advice to meet the unique needs of patients
• Understanding of diabetic nutrition, a plus
• Spanish speaking a plus