DIET CLERK

Pella Regional Health Center; Pella (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare facility in Pella is seeking a dedicated individual to join their nutrition team. This role involves working closely with clinical staff to manage diet-related tasks and ensure quality service to patients of all ages. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and organizational skills, along with a foundational knowledge of food service and modified diets.

Qualifications

• Completion of course work on modified diets within 2 months of hire.
• Ability to work with detailed information and demonstrate accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Perform a wide variety of diet office tasks related to patient diets.
• Lead person for the Room Service program.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Mathematical Skills

Education

High School Diploma

90-hour Food Service Course

Tools

DFM Software

Meditech Software

Job description

Job Details

Description

SCHEDULE: 40 HOURS WEEKLY, EVERY 3RD WEEKEND

JOB SUMMARY:

This position works in close cooperation with the Clinical Dietitian and Nutrition Supervisors to perform a wide variety of diet office tasks relating to the transfer of information concerning patients/residents diets. This position functions as the lead person for the Room Service program. Utilizes DFM & Meditech software. Will be knowledgeable of modified diets. Will demonstrate the ability to provide services to infants, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics.

Minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities:

·90-hour food service course is preferred.

·High school diploma or equivalent.

·Completion of course work on modified diets within 2 months of hire. Must be from accredited institution or Dietary Managers Association.

·Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.

·Ability to organize tasks and work in a busy environment.

·Ability to read and follow manual and computerized kardex.

·Ability to understand modified diets and calculate calories.

·Ability to work with detailed information and to demonstrate accuracy.

·Ability to perform mathematical calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)

·Ability to work with little or no supervision.