Dietary Assistant: Patient Meal Orders & Tray Delivery

HCA Healthcare, Inc.; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits (medical, Rx, +

Dental and vision coverage

Wellbeing support and counseling

401(k) with match

Tuition and education support

Life insurance and other protections

Job summary

Medical City Fort Worth, part of HCA Healthcare, is hiring a Dietary Assistant to ensure accurate completion of patient diet orders, edit menus as per the Nutrition Care Manual, and coordinate with production to deliver meals following safety guidelines.

The role requires ability to read, write, arithmetic, good communication, and independence in prioritizing tasks. A high school diploma is preferred and prior food service experience is beneficial.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to read, write, and perform simple arithmetic.
• Good interpersonal/communication skills.
• Able to work independently and prioritize responsibilities.
• Knowledge of basic nutrition principles as related to modified diets preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensures all patients’ diet orders are completed accurately by maintaining up to date order information and editing menus following the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Nutrition Care Manual.
• Obtains patient menu selections, communicates menu needs to production team, and assembles/delivers food trays following food safety guidelines.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Medical City Fort Worth, part of HCA Healthcare, is hiring a Dietary Assistant to ensure accurate completion of patient diet orders, edit menus as per the Nutrition Care Manual, and coordinate with production to deliver meals following safety guidelines.

The role requires ability to read, write, arithmetic, good communication, and independence in prioritizing tasks. A high school diploma is preferred and prior food service experience is beneficial.