Diet Services Clerk - Patient Meals & Care Support

UT Southwestern; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Paid time off

Parental leave

Retirement programs

Tuition reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas seeks a Nutrition Services Clerk to support patient meal service. You will process diet orders, update patient information in Nutrition Services Systems, and communicate with patients, families, and nursing staff to ensure accurate orders.

You will assist with delivering trays, manage calls, and help maintain department efficiency. The role requires a high school diploma and basic clerical or call center experience; training will be provided.

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Basic clerical, data entry, and customer service experience preferred.
• Familiarity with hospital nutrition or tray delivery processes is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Process diet orders and update patient information in Nutrition Services Systems.
• Explain meal ordering procedures to patients and coordinate with nursing staff.
• Assist with delivering trays to patients and support nursing leadership as needed.
• Handle telephone calls professionally and manage scheduling or reminders.
• Support teamwork and maintain a positive, inclusive work environment.
• Ensure accuracy of patient tickets and communicate diet changes to caregivers.

Skills

Clerical experience

Customer service

Data entry

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Nutrition Services Systems

Job description

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas seeks a Nutrition Services Clerk to support patient meal service. You will process diet orders, update patient information in Nutrition Services Systems, and communicate with patients, families, and nursing staff to ensure accurate orders.

You will assist with delivering trays, manage calls, and help maintain department efficiency. The role requires a high school diploma and basic clerical or call center experience; training will be provided.