DIET CLERK (FULL TIME)

Compass Group Poland Sp. z o.o.; Valhalla (NY); On-site; USD 1,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization as a Diet Clerk, where you'll play a vital role in enhancing patient care through effective menu management and dietary support. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patients' lives by ensuring their dietary needs are met with compassion and professionalism. You'll work closely with healthcare professionals to provide tailored menu options, assist patients with their selections, and maintain compliance with dietary guidelines. If you're passionate about healthcare and want to contribute to a culture of care, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Retirement Plan

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Pet Insurance

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Experience as a diet clerk is preferred but not required.
• Must be able to follow dietary guidelines and menu management.

Responsibilities

• Manage patient menus and assist with dietary selections.
• Ensure compliance with dietary restrictions and preferences.
• Document and adhere to HIPAA regulations and patient rights.

Skills

Menu Management

Data Collection

Patient Interaction

Dietary Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Morrison Healthcare

• We are hiring immediately for full time DIET CLERK positions.
• Location: Westchester Medical Center - 100 Woods Road, Valhalla, NY 10595. Note: online applications accepted only.
• Schedule: Full time schedule. Days and hours may vary; rotating weekends. More details upon interview.
• Requirement: Previous diet clerk experience is preferred, but not required.
• Pay Rate: $16.50 per hour

Make a difference in the lives of people, your community, and yourself. Join a culture of opportunity with Morrison Healthcare. Our careers are filled with purpose and empower you to transform healthcare experiences.

Job Summary

Summary: Under the direction of the Patient Services Manager and/or Clinical Nutrition Manager, responsible for patient menu management, data collection, and diet office functions, as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Distributes and collects menus.
• Assists patients in completing menu selections in compliance with prescribed diet, as assigned by dietitian.
• Offers alternatives to menu as allowed on prescribed diet in accordance with food allergies or sensitivities, cultural, ethnic and religious preferences when patient inquires or needs additional selections.
• Plans regular and modified menus based on current diet manual.
• Prepares and distributes supplements, tube feedings, and enteral formula in an accurate and timely manner.
• May be responsible for the preparation, distribution, inventory and management of human/donor milk and/or infant formula.
• Adheres to facility confidentiality, HIPAA regulations, and patient's rights policies.
• Complies with regulatory agency standards, including federal, state and TJC.
• Completes all required documentation, reports and logs.
• Follows facility and department infection-control policies and procedures.
• Participates in facility-wide and department Performance Improvement Program and on Performance Improvement teams to improve processes and patient care.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

BENEFITS FOR OUR TEAM MEMBERS

• Full-time and part-time positions are offered the following benefits: Retirement Plan, Associate Shopping Program, Health and Wellness Programs, Discount Marketplace, Identify Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, and other voluntary benefits including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program.
• Full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance/AD, Disability Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Morrison Healthcare is a member of Compass Group. Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Morrison Healthcare maintains a drug-free workplace.