Diet Clerk & Patient Meal Coordinator

Trinity Health; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Tuition reimbursement

Relocation assistance

Employee Referral Rewards

Job summary

Mount Carmel Health System in Columbus, OH is seeking a Diet Clerk to perform clerical and administrative duties in support of patients, clinical dietitians, and patient meal services. The role emphasizes teamwork, confidentiality, and accurate alignment of diet orders with tray tickets.

The position requires a high school diploma (or equivalent) with English proficiency; healthcare exposure or basic dietetics knowledge is preferred.

Qualifications

• Education: High school Graduate or equivalent highly preferred. Additional college training in Dietetics or related field preferred. Must know how to read, write and speak English.
• Experience: Previous health care experience or demonstrated knowledge of dietetics and medical terminology preferred
• Knowledgeable in Basic Computer Skills

Responsibilities

• Visits all patients as assigned assisting the patient or family member with menu selections.
• Responds to patient needs, requests in a timely manner
• Maintains patient confidentiality
• Communicates pertinent clinical information to the Clinical Dietitian and appropriate members of the patient care team.
• Establishes and maintains strong positive communication with patients and families.
• Checks patient tray tickets against electronic medical record to ensure that tray ticket is accurate and consistent with diet order and patient preferences.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Mount Carmel Health System in Columbus, OH is seeking a Diet Clerk to perform clerical and administrative duties in support of patients, clinical dietitians, and patient meal services. The role emphasizes teamwork, confidentiality, and accurate alignment of diet orders with tray tickets.

The position requires a high school diploma (or equivalent) with English proficiency; healthcare exposure or basic dietetics knowledge is preferred.