Diet Aide Per Diem

Ernest Health, Inc.; South Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Ernest Health, Inc. operates Northern Utah Rehabilitation Hospital in South Ogden, Utah, and is seeking a Diet Aide per diem to assist in meal service for patients, staff and visitors. The role supports safe food handling and patient-focused nutrition care in a private-room-infused rehab setting.

The position offers weekday and weekend PRN hours, opportunities to work with a compassionate care team, and exposure to a robust rehabilitation program recognized for excellence.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or the equivalent in education or experience required.
• Food Handlers license required.
• Patient related service experience preferred.
• CPR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the service of meals for patients, visitors, and staff.
• Unpacking and visually inspecting food stock and ingredients.
• Carrying heavy trays, pots, etc., delivering meals to patients.
• Maintaining sanitary work environment and proper food handling; cleaning work station and equipment.

Skills

High School Diploma

Food Handlers License

CPR Certification

Patient Care Experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Diet Aide - Per Diem

Join our world-class team of driven, passionate healthcare professionals who are focused on service excellence and providing top quality care!

Northern Utah Rehabilitation Hospital in South Ogden, Utah provides specialized inpatient rehabilitation for patients in Ogden, Weber County, and surrounding areas of northern Utah. Our hospital is dedicated to guiding individuals through recovery from strokes, brain and spinal cord injuries, orthopedic injuries, and other complex medical conditions that require intensive therapy. We offer a full range of rehabilitative services – including advanced physical therapy, neurological rehabilitation, orthopedic rehab, and more – delivered by a compassionate team of therapists, nurses, and physicians. At Northern Utah Rehabilitation Hospital, patients recover in a nurturing environment equipped with modern rehab technology and private rooms to ensure comfort. Joint Commission-accredited and known for excellent outcomes, our hospital is passionate about helping patients restore their independence and return to the activities they love.

For the past four years, Newsweek has recognized us as the #1 America’s Best Physical Rehabilitation Center in Utah, highlighting our commitment to excellence in patient care.

***Our hospital has been ranked in the Top 10% nationally for rehabilitative care for 10 years and has earned The Joint Commission’s Amputation, Parkinson’s and Stroke Certifications.

Ogden, Utah

Nestled at the base of the Wasatch Mountains, Ogden offers a perfect balance of outdoor adventure and urban amenities. With year-round access to hiking, skiing, and water sports, plus a historic downtown full of restaurants and shops, Ogden is a dynamic place to live and work.

Weekday and Weekend PRN hours available

We are seeking a PRN Diet Aide to join our team of passionate patient caregivers!

As a participating hospital of Ernest Health, we offer robust recognition, wellness, and retention programs. These programs focus to enhance the employees’ work experience, recognize, and celebrate achievements. We also encourage employees to share their work experience through "My Ernest Journey" and through our Engagement Survey, where our approach is "You Spoke, We Listened". These platforms provide additional avenues for employees to give feedback about their work experience and share what is important to them.

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• High School Diploma or the equivalent in education or experience required.
• Food Handlers license required.
• Patient related service experience preferred.
• CPR certification preferred.

Additional Qualifications/Skills:

• Knowledge of patient diets and safe food handling requirements and use of Nutritional Care Manual.
• Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
• Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization

Responsibilities

Assists in the service of meals for patients, visitors, and staff. Diet Aide may be responsible for any of the following tasks: unpacking and visually inspecting food stock; preparing, pouring, and portioning food; carrying heavy trays, pots, etc.; delivering meals to patients; maintaining sanitary work environment and food handling; cleaning work station area and equipment; washing dishes, pots, silverware, etc. Integrates the hospital’s mission and “Guiding Principles” into daily practice.