DIETARY AIDE, Nutrition Services - Per Diem

Universal Health Services; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Dietary Aide for their new rehab hospital in Northwest Reno. This per diem position involves preparing patient meals and ensuring food safety under supervision. Join a rewarding environment with competitive benefits and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plans

401(K) with company match

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• ServSafe Certification preferred within 6 months of hire.
• Dietary experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares food items and patient meal trays based on diet orders.
• Follows food safety techniques and procedures.
• Stocks tray line and prep areas.

Skills

Food Safety

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Responsibilities

Northwest Specialty Hospital, an extension of Northern Nevada Medical Center, brings expanded services to a new building located at 6223 Sharlands Ave. in Northwest Reno. The facility offers acute rehabilitation and adult behavioral health services.

Our acute rehabilitation services include occupational, speech, and physical therapy for adults recovering from stroke, injury, or other disabling conditions. We provide advanced treatment for conditions such as stroke, brain injury, amputation, neurological disorders, major multiple traumas, spinal cord, and back injuries. Patients will experience private rooms, access to a newly renovated therapy gym, and personalized care from our qualified staff.

Website: www.northernnevadahealth.com

This Dietary Aide position is a per diem opportunity with a convenient schedule, located at our New Rehab Hospital in Northwest Reno. Under the supervision of the Food & Nutrition Services Director, Supervisor, or Lead, the Dietary Aide performs a variety of patient food service and dish duties.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

• Prepares all food items and patient meal trays accurately based on diet orders, approved recipes, and patient meal tickets.
• Uses proper techniques to ensure food safety, including hand hygiene, glove use, temperature monitoring/control, cleaning, and sanitizing.
• Follows procedures for stocking tray line, prep areas, and nourishment rooms.
• Utilizes proper delivery and pickup procedures, including patient identification, isolation techniques, and dishroom procedures.

Benefits for full and part-time employees:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries
• More information available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com

About Universal Health Services:

One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS), has an impressive record of achievement. UHS operates acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities, ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network, and related services across the U.S., Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and the UK. www.uhs.com

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• ServSafe Certification preferred within 6 months of hire.
• Dietary experience preferred.

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