Diet Aide-2

Children’s Hospital of Orange County; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s Hospital of Orange County (CHOC) is seeking a Diet Aide to support the diet office by handling calls and orders, ensuring menu items meet diet orders and allergies, and coordinating with nursing staff for follow-up. The role requires attention to dietary restrictions and customer service excellence.

The position involves attending nutrition meetings and in-services, with opportunities for growth in a pediatric nutrition setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of healthcare food service experience.
• 2 years of healthcare food service with therapeutic diets preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• ServSafe certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Respond to calls and orders from unit staff and patients regarding menu selection.
• Evaluate whether requested items meet diet orders and allergies.
• Ensure all items comply with diet orders and allergy restrictions.
• Communicate with nursing staff for proper follow-up on concerns.
• Attend clinical nutrition meetings and area-specific trainings.

Skills

Nutrition knowledge

Customer service

English communication

Basic math

Computer skills

Spanish bilingual (pref)

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associate/Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Tools

Calculator

Computer programs

Job description

Work Location

Orange, California Work Shift Day - 08hrs (United States of America)

Why CHOC?

At CHOC, we strive to be the leading destination of childrens' health by providing exceptional and innovative care. We are responsible for the overall health of our community's pediatric population in our hospitals, clinics, and practices. And because of our breadth of care, your career at CHOC can be as diverse and fulfilling as you determine. CHOC's compensation structure, benefits offerings, and career development programs are geared to helping you achieve your professional and personal goals.

Environmental Sustainability Statement

Driven by the connection between childrens' health and a healthy environment, we commit to creating a healthcare model that incorporates environmental sustainability aligned with our mission to protect childrens' health and patient safety.

Job Summary

The starting for this position will vary. The starting can be at 7am or up to 3pm. The Diet Office Aide is assigned to the call center / diet office, responding to calls, orders from unit staff and / or patients regarding menu selection and in between meal orders for those on general or complex diets, evaluating appropriateness of food items requested and determining if okay to provide based in diet order restrictions and food allergies. The Diet Aide assures all food items provided are complying to diet orders restriction's, food allergies and meets patient satisfaction. The Diet Aide may visit patients or communicate with nursing staff to assure proper follow up on any concerns. The Diet Aide attends clinical nutrition meetings, in-services, and area specific meetings.

Pay Range

Minimum $23.00 Midpoint $27.16 Maximum $31.32 Rate of pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, education, as well as position requirements.

Experience

• * Required: Minimum of year of food service experience in healthcare.
• * Preferred: Two (2) years of previous food service work experience in Healthcare preferably with therapeutic diets.

Education

• * Required: High School Diploma/ GED or equivalent.
• * Preferred: Associate's or Bachelor's degree.

Training

• * Required: None Required
• * Preferred: ServSafe certification.

Specialized Skills

• * Required: Knowledge of nutrition food values, meal planning and therapeutic menu processes. Able to operate computer programs, calculator and copy machine. Customer service telephone skills. General kitchen knowledge in food safety, sanitation, and production. Ability to read: write legibly; communicate fluently in English (and Spanish preferred) with professional quality. Able to relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others. Ability to organize time; promote teamwork to achieve CHOC's mission; understand and exceed customer expectations. Simple math skills.
• * Preferred: Bilingual in English and Spanish. General computer and phone skills.

Licensure

• * Required: None Required

Work Environments

Functional Demand: Light - Moderate energy level Lift and carry 25-35 lbs. Push/pull 50-100 lbs. (ie. empty bed, stretcher). Physical Activity Requirements: Bending, Carry Objects, Climbing, Keyboard use/repetitive motion, Pinching/fine motor activities, Push/Pull, Reaching forward, Reaching overhead, Sitting, Squat/kneel/crawl (Squad & Knee), Standing, Talk or hear, Taste or smell, Twisting, Walking, Wrist position deviation Physical Activity Lifting Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Constant 67 or more%, Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Frequent 36-66%, Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Occasional 0-35%, Lifting (Waist level and above) - Constant 67 or more%, Lifting (Waist level and above) - Frequent 36-66%, Lifting (Waist level and above) - Occasional 0-35% Sensory Requirements: Color Discrimination, Depth Perception, Far Vision, Hearing, Near Vision Environment Requirements: Airborn Communicable Disease, Bloodborne Pathogens, Chemical, Dust Particular Matter, Extreme Noise Levels, Extreme Temperatures, Radiation, Uneven Surfaces or Elevations

Non-Discrimination Statement

CHOC does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, genetic information, disability, sex, gender (including pregnancy, breastfeeding, childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, medical condition, sexual orientation, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or other protected characteristics in accordance with state and federal laws. CHOC will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, in accordance with the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply for positions at CHOC, even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with the listed qualifications for a particular role, as your unique experience may be a great addition to our culture for another one of our opportunities. If you desire support or accommodations throughout the Talent Acquisition process, please inform your Talent Acquisition Partner.

Recognized year after year as national leader in employee engagement, and named one of the best childrens' hospitals by U.S. News & World Report, this is an exciting time to be at CHOC. Our campus is constantly growing and offering new state-of-the art programs and services as we continue to meet the needs of more than 250,000 children annually, making the opportunities for career enrichment endless. We offer highly competitive salary levels and benefits, but the personal growth and fulfillment you'll find at CHOC, coupled with an inspiring mission to nurture, advance, and protect the health and well being of children, are perhaps the most valuable payouts of all. We hope you will join our dedicated and talented team of associates committed to the highest standards of care and making a difference in the lives of children in Orange County - and beyond.

Driven by the connection between childrens' health and a healthy environment, we commit to creating a healthcare model that incorporates environmental sustainability aligned with our mission to protect childrens' health and patient safety.