DIET CLERK (FULL TIME)

AECOM; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Morrison Healthcare is hiring a full-time DIET CLERK to manage patient menus and assist in dietary compliance. The role involves menu distribution, diet planning, and compliance with health standards. This position offers competitive pay, a supportive team environment, and various benefits including medical, dental, and retirement plans.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision

Retirement Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Qualifications

• Previous customer service experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Distributes and collects menus.
• Assists patients in completing menu selections.
• Plans regular and modified menus based on diet manuals.

Skills

Customer service

Job description

Morrison Healthcare

+ We are hiring immediately for a full time DIET CLERK position.

+ Location: Morrison Healthcare - 85 East US Highway 6, Valparaiso, IN 46383. Note: online applications accepted only.

+ Schedule: Full time schedule. Varies between the hours of 5:30 am and 7:00 pm; more details upon interview.

+ Requirement: Previous customer service experience is preferred, but not required.

+ Pay Range: $15.97 per hour to $17.00 per hour.

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Morrison Healthcare is a leading national food and nutrition services company supporting more than 1,000 hospitals and healthcare systems across 46 states, many of which are recognized as U.S. News & World Report ranked Top Hospitals and Health Systems. For over 70 years, Morrison has been serving some of the nation’s largest health systems and bringing a culinary, nutritional, and operational expertise that truly transforms the healthcare dining experience. Morrison has more than 1,600 registered dietitians, 1,200 executive chefs, and 31,000 professional food service team members. The company has been recognized as one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to Work since 2012.

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 collect 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. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here (https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023\_WageTransparency\_MorrisonHealthcare.pdf) for paid time off benefits information.

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.

Application Deadline: applications are accepted ongoing until all openings are filled for this position. If an applicant is declined due to the position being filled, they may still be considered for future opportunities and are always welcome to reapply.

Morrison Healthcare maintains a drug-free workplace.