Diet Clerk

Mount Sinai Medical Center of Florida, Inc.; Miami Beach (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Life insurance

Long-term disability coverage

Healthcare spending accounts

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Pet Insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Wellness program

On-site housing for select positions

Job summary

Mount Sinai Medical Center of Florida, Inc. in Miami Beach, FL is seeking a Diet Clerk to support patient meal service on assigned units, including tray assembly, delivery, and special requests.

You will communicate patient food issues to Nutrition and Food Services and collaborate with nursing to meet dietary needs. Qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED preferred and about 1 year in healthcare or restaurant food service.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• About 1 year in healthcare or restaurant food service preferred.
• Assists Nutrition and Food Services with patient meal needs and dietary requirements.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for patient meal service on assigned units, including menu selections, tray assembly, delivery, pick up, and in-between meal service.
• Communicates and addresses patient food issues/concerns to Nutrition and Food Services.
• Interacts with nursing regarding patient nutrition needs and unit food service requirements.
• Assists dietitian with monitoring of patients who are NPO, on liquid diet, or needing intake recorded.
• Responds quickly to changes to ensure timely service and accuracy of modified diets ordered by physicians.
• Familiar with dietary restrictions and modified diets to meet diet orders.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

## Diet ClerkApplylocations: Miami Beach, FLtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR103326**As Mount Sinai grows, so does our legacy in high-quality health care.**Since 1949, Mount Sinai Medical Center has remained committed to providing access to its diverse community. In delivering an unmatched level of clinical expertise, our medical center is committed to recruiting and training top healthcare workers from across the country. We offer the latest in advanced medicine, technology, and comfort in 12 facilities across Miami-Dade (including our 674-bed main campus facility) and Monroe Counties, with 38 medical services, including cancer care, 24/7 emergency care, orthopedics, cardiovascular care, and more. Mount Sinai takes pride in being South Florida's largest private independent not-for-profit hospital, dedicated to continuing the training of the next generation of medical pioneers.**Culture of Caring: The Sinai Way**Our hardworking, tight-knit community of more than 4,000 dedicated employees fosters an environment of care and compassion. Each member plays a vital role in our collective mission to deliver excellent healthcare through innovation, education, and research. At Mount Sinai, we take pride in our achievements, aiming to be a beacon of quality healthcare in South Florida. We welcome all healthcare professionals to join our thriving community and contribute to our pursuit for clinical excellence.**Department:**CC018010 Nutrition And Food Services**Job Description Summary:**## Position Responsibilities* Responsible for patient meal food service on assigned units, e.g. menu selections, tray assembly, tray delivery and pick up, special requests and needs, in-between meal food delivery.* Communicates and addresses patient food issues/concerns and needs to Nutrition and Food Services.* Interacts with nursing an regards to patient nutrition needs or requirements as well as unit food services needs.* Assists dietitian with monitoring of patients who are NPO, liquid diet or need to have intake recorded.* Reacts accurately and effectively to all changes to ensure efficient timing of services, accuracy of physician's ordered modified diets.* Is familiar with dietary restrictions on special, modified diets to ensure optimal food preferences are met within guidelines of diet order limitations.* Responsible for quality service reflected in the external patient satisfaction survey results on assigned units.* Reports incidents to supervisor/team leader immediately.* Complies with current Hospital security and safety policies.* Adheres to uniform policy for assigned areas.* Demonstrates a clear understanding of safety in the work area by lifting correctly, wiping up spills, and using carts to transport items and other steps to avoid accidents.* Performs other duties as assigned.## Qualifications* ### License/Registration/Certification + Not applicable* ### Education + High School Diploma or GED preferred* ### Experience + 1 year in healthcare or restaurant food service preferred**Benefits:**We believe in the physical and mental well-being of our employees and are committed to offering comprehensive benefits that fit their personal needs:* Health benefits* Life insurance* Long-term disability coverage* Healthcare spending accounts* Retirement plan* Paid time off* Pet Insurance* Tuition reimbursement* Employee assistance program* Wellness program* On-site housing for select positions and more!