Dietary Aide

ClearSky Health; Lancaster (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

ClearSky Health is seeking a Dietary Aide to assist in patient meals and dietary operations. You will prepare, portion, and serve meals per planned menus while maintaining safety and cleanliness across the dietary area.

The role requires basic food handling knowledge and the ability to manage simple data entry and records, with an emphasis on patient care and teamwork. This is an on-site hospital position in Ohio with potential for growth and reliable scheduling.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
• 1 year experience in healthcare food services preferred.
• Food handler’s permit preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and/or pre-portions food for diets per planned menu and policies.
• Sanitizes and maintains safety of food prep equipment and area.
• Assists with stocking dietary items for patients and staff.
• Operates dish machine and maintains records of patient diet information.
• Demonstrates age-appropriate communication with patients and families.
• Maintains attendance and supports safety and infection prevention standards.

Skills

Food safety

Healthcare environment

Data entry

Record management

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED

1 year healthcare food services experience

Job description

Our hospital provides high-quality care that transforms the lives of those living with disabling injuries and illnesses. We distinguish ourselves through our commitment to excellence, to our patients, to our employees, and to the communities we serve.

The Dietary Aide assists in the service of meals for patients, visitors, and staff, and assists in various processes related to the preparation and delivery of meals. This position must integrate company values into daily practice.

Essential Functions:

• Prepares and/or pre-portions food for regular and therapeutic diets, according to the planned menu and as directed. Handles food using proper food handling and food safety techniques according to established policies and procedures.
• Cleans and sanitizes all food preparation equipment and ensures that it is kept in safe and operable condition. Completes general cleaning, maintenance, and sanitation of work area.
• Assists with keeping Dietary department stocked with essential patient food items.
• Operates dish machine according to established procedures.
• Maintains records regarding patient diet information.
• Utilizes concepts of age/developmental stages in interactions with patients and families.
• May be required to work during inclement weather and other staffing emergencies.
• Provides an environment conducive to safety for patients, visitors, and staff. Assesses the risks for safety and implements appropriate precautions. Complies with appropriate and approved safety and Infection Prevention standards.
• Maintains regular attendance in keeping with assigned work schedule.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support overall effectiveness of the organization.

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Minimum Job Requirements

Minimum Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
• 1 year experience in healthcare food services preferred.

Required Licenses, Certifications, and/or Documentation:

• Food Handler’s permit preferred.
• Must maintain acceptable driving record, current driver’s license, and insurability.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of patient diets and safe food handling requirements and use of Nutritional Care Manual.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide.
• Demonstrates proficiency with general computer skills including data entry, word processing, email, and records management.
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Ability to maintain quality, Infection Prevention, and safety standards.
• Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
• Ability to work closely and professionally with others at all levels of the organization.
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Physical Requirements Over the Course of a Shift:

• A significant amount of standing, walking, bending, reaching, lifting, pushing, and pulling often for prolonged periods.
• Lifting/exerting of up to 50 lbs.
• Sufficient manual dexterity to operate equipment and computer keyboard.
• Close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to hear overhead page.