Compassionate Diet Aide - Patient Meals & Care

Ernest Health; Edenwood (SC); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO and High Deductible Medical Plan

FSA and HSA options

Dental and Vision coverage

401K with employer matching

Life insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness program with incentives

Earned Time Off

Job summary

Lexington Regional Rehabilitation Hospital in Cayce, South Carolina, part of Ernest Health, is seeking a Diet Aide to support meals for patients, visitors, and staff within a compassionate care team.

The role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, a Food Handler's license, and prefers CPR certification and patient-care experience. Join a facility focused on rehab and patient well-being with comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or the equivalent is required or experience may substitute.
• Food Handlers license required.
• CPR certification preferred.
• Patient related service experience preferred.
• Knowledge of patient diets and safe food handling is beneficial.
• Ability to maintain cleanliness and infection control standards.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the service of meals for patients, visitors, and staff.
• Unpacks and visually inspects food stock; prepares, pours, and portions food.
• Delivers meals to patients and maintains sanitary work environment and food handling.
• Cleans work station area and equipment; washes dishes, pots, and silverware.
• Integrates the hospital's mission and Guiding Principles into daily practice.

Skills

High School Diploma

Food Handler's License

CPR Certification

Patient care experience

Organizational skills

Time management

Written and verbal communication

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Reading comprehension

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Lexington Regional Rehabilitation Hospital in Cayce, South Carolina, part of Ernest Health, is seeking a Diet Aide to support meals for patients, visitors, and staff within a compassionate care team.

The role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, a Food Handler's license, and prefers CPR certification and patient-care experience. Join a facility focused on rehab and patient well-being with comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.