Dietary Assistant

Hartford HealthCare; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartford HealthCare in Hartford, Connecticut, seeks individuals for a crucial role involving menu selection and patient interaction in a fast-paced environment. Your responsibilities will include obtaining meal preferences and ensuring accuracy in dietary orders.

The ideal candidate will possess excellent interpersonal skills, basic computer skills, and a commitment to customer service. Join us to be part of an organization prioritizing innovation and employee growth, with a supportive benefits program.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
• Basic computer knowledge for data entry and retrieval.
• Flexible and organized team player.

Responsibilities

• Obtain menu selections and preferences from patients of all age groups.
• Check tray tickets and make corrections based on diet orders.
• Assist in delivering patient meals.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Ability to read and understand oral and written instructions

Commitment to customer service

Education

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent

Job description

Location Detail: 80 Seymour Street (10008)

Work where every moment matters. Every day, over 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network.

Job Responsibilities

Obtains menu selections, preferences and allergies/intolerances from patients of all age groups. Ensures menus are accurate according to prescribed dietary order utilizing appropriate information systems and by communicating with dietitians, food service associates, cooks, nursing staff and management regarding patient/resident care.

• Obtains patient menu selections consistent with current diet order and any cultural or individualized requirements or requests.
• Utilizes all required computerized reports at each meal to check tray tickets before the meal service starts. Makes corrections to tray tickets according to prescribed diet orders.
• Obtains daily report of patients/residents receiving nourishments, tube feedings, and supplements. May assist in gathering and/or delivering products as needed.
• Assists with assembling and delivering patient/resident meals.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications

Minimum requirements

• Must be able to read, write and speak English
• Ability to read and understand oral and written instructions, and effectively communicate information.
• Basic computer skills (including opening/reading email, basic internet use).
• Working knowledge of Basic Nutrition.
• Excellent interpersonal skills necessary to communicate with departments, employees, physicians and managers.
• Works efficiently and organizes time appropriately.
• Must be organized, flexible and a team player.
• Ability to manage time and meet deadlines in a hectic work environment.
• Commitment to customer service Basic computer knowledge in order to enter/retrieve data.

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
• One year of experience in nutrition related or customer service field
• Certified Dietetic Technician
• Additional languages a plus

We take great care of careers. With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.