Diet Services Clerk — Patient Meals & Nutrition Support

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

On-site childcare

Wage increases

Merit increases

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, TX is seeking a Diet Services Assistant to support Nutrition Services operations. You will process diet orders, confirm patient information, and assist in delivering meals to patients while maintaining professional communication with patients and nursing staff.

The role emphasizes accuracy, patient safety, teamwork, and responsive service. A high school diploma is required; prior clerical or call center experience is preferred, with opportunities for

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.

Responsibilities

• Process diet orders and update patient information in Nutrition Services Systems.
• Explain procedures for ordering meals to patients and interact professionally with patients and nursing staff.
• Assist with delivering trays to patients to ensure timely meals.
• Manage telephone calls promptly and professionally.
• Promote teamwork and follow diversity, equity and inclusion principles.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, TX is seeking a Diet Services Assistant to support Nutrition Services operations. You will process diet orders, confirm patient information, and assist in delivering meals to patients while maintaining professional communication with patients and nursing staff.

The role emphasizes accuracy, patient safety, teamwork, and responsive service. A high school diploma is required; prior clerical or call center experience is preferred, with opportunities for