Dietary Services Clerk – Patient Diet Advocate

Lexington Health, Inc.; West Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day ONE medical, dental and life

403(b) match plan day one

Employer paid life insurance

Short-term/Long-term disability after

Student loan forgiveness

Job summary

Lexington Health, Inc. is seeking a Nutrition Services team member to communicate diet guidelines to patients, assist with meal selections, and coordinate with the Nutrition Services Department to ensure accurate patient diet information.

The role involves direct patient interaction across age groups, collaboration with care staff, and maintaining a professional image while ensuring quality service and adherence to dietary restrictions.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 year of customer service experience preferred.
• Knowledge of therapeutic diets and ability to educate patients.
• Basic math and computer skills required.

Responsibilities

• Interact with patients of all ages regarding diet orders and meal selections.
• Serve as liaison between patients and Nutrition Services to ensure accurate diet information.
• Explain ordering process and dietary guidelines to callers and patients.
• Maintain professional image and positive patient relations.

Skills

Excellent communication

Customer service

Conflict resolution

Basic math

Computer literacy

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Cbord

Epic

Job description

Lexington Health, Inc. is seeking a Nutrition Services team member to communicate diet guidelines to patients, assist with meal selections, and coordinate with the Nutrition Services Department to ensure accurate patient diet information.

The role involves direct patient interaction across age groups, collaboration with care staff, and maintaining a professional image while ensuring quality service and adherence to dietary restrictions.