Compassionate Patient Dining Aide

COMPASS GROUP CANADA; Meridian (MS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan

Health and Wellness Programs

Life Insurance

Job summary

Morrison Healthcare is hiring immediately for full time Patient Dining Associate (Dietary Aide) at Ochsner Rush Medical Center in Meridian, MS. 40 hours/week; days/hours may vary. Previous patient dining experience preferred. Pay range $15.00–$18.00 per hour. Duties include menu assistance, meal assembly, tray retrieval, and HIPAA compliance.

The role supports patient nourishment and quality meals, with opportunities to work with a dedicated care team in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write and interpret documents in English.
• Basic computer and mathematical skills.
• Must be able to occasionally lift or move up to 100 pounds, and maneuver and push food delivery carts.

Responsibilities

• Help patients understand their menu selections and ensure orders meet nutritional requirements.
• Work with caregivers and culinary team to determine menu alternatives for allergies, sensitivities, or preferences.
• Assemble meals according to each patient’s menu selection and retrieve trays on time.
• Comply with federal, state and local guidelines including HIPAA policies.
• Follow HACCP guidelines when handling food and cleaning stations.
• Assist dietitians by monitoring patients on special diets.
• Communicate problems or concerns with patients to appropriate personnel promptly.
• Complete daily, weekly or monthly reports as required.

Skills

English literacy

Computer skills

Physical strength

Job description

Morrison Healthcare is hiring immediately for full time Patient Dining Associate (Dietary Aide) at Ochsner Rush Medical Center in Meridian, MS. 40 hours/week; days/hours may vary. Previous patient dining experience preferred. Pay range $15.00–$18.00 per hour. Duties include menu assistance, meal assembly, tray retrieval, and HIPAA compliance.

The role supports patient nourishment and quality meals, with opportunities to work with a dedicated care team in a hospital setting.