Dietary Unit Clerk - Harborview - Per Diem, Evening shift

University of Washington; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Harborview Medical Center is seeking a Dietary Unit Clerk for an evening shift in Seattle. You will process patient diet orders, update preferences in the kardex, and coordinate tray-line production to ensure accurate meal delivery.

Responsibilities include assisting patients with meal selections per clinical protocols and answering calls from patients and staff. Eligibility includes a Washington State Food Worker Card and a high school diploma or GED.

Qualifications

• One year of experience as a Dietary Unit Aide in a health care facility or equivalent.
• Washington State Food Worker Card or eligible to obtain within two weeks of employment.
• High school diploma or GED required; substitution allowed with equivalent education/experience.

Responsibilities

• Receives and processes diet information such as dietary needs, restrictions, and preferences from patients and units.
• Assists patients in selecting food choices per clinical nutrition protocols.
• Updates diet information, preferences, and orders in the computerized kardex.
• Generates tally guides for tray-line production staff at scheduled times.
• Checks tray-line for accuracy and appearance of patient meals; provides direction as needed.
• Answers calls from patients and clinical staff regarding meals and orders.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Dietary assistance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job DescriptionHarborview - Food and Nutrition has an outstanding opportunity for a Dietary Unit ClerkWORK SCHEDULES:5 days/week. Days off will be variable.3:30pm-8pm shiftDEPARTMENT DESCRIPTIONThe Nutrition and Food Services department supports Harborview's mission by delivering extraordinary experiences with compassionate evidence-based care, unforgettable customer service, and fresh and nutritious food for patients, families, and the greater community.Our vision is to create a supportive and empowering workplace for all, provide unparalleled experiences for our customers and patients, and improve the quality of life and health of the public.POSITION HIGHLIGHTSProcesses all patient menus, including those for the tray line and room service program.Coordinates food production according to established menus, answers telephone calls from patients and clinical staff, and prepares records and reports.PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIESReceives and processes diet information such as dietary needs, restrictions, and preferences from patients and from the units, including diet changesAssists patients in selecting food choices as directed by clinical nutrition protocolsMeets/speaks with patients to understand preferences and special needsReceives and processes diet orders via computer or telephoneUpdates diet information, preferences, and orders in computerized kardexGenerates tally guide for tray-line production staff at specified timesCommunicates any additions to the production staff throughout the dayChecks tray-line for accuracy and appearance of patient meals, as neededAnswers questions and gives direction to department staff regarding patient meal production and deliveryAnswers telephone calls from patients and clinical staffREQUIREMENTSPossession of, or eligible to obtain a Washington State Food Worker Card within two weeks of employment, high school graduation or GED, and one year of experience as a Dietary Unit Aide in a health care facility or equivalent. One year of additional experience may substitute for the educational requirement.Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.ABOUT HARBORVIEW MEDICAL CENTERAs the region's only Level I Trauma and verified burn center, Harborview Medical Center is a comprehensive healthcare facility owned by King County and operated by UW Medicine. It is dedicated to providing specialized care for a broad spectrum of patients from throughout the Pacific Northwest, including the most vulnerable residents of King County. It provides exemplary patient care in leading-edge centers of emphasis, including emergency medicine, trauma and burn care, neurosciences, ophthalmology, vascular surgery, HIV/AIDS, rehabilitation, mental health and substance abuse care.Harborview employees are committed to the vital role the institution plays in the immediate community, as well as the entire Northwest region.Challenge. Collaboration. Compassion.ABOUT UW MEDICINE – WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHERUW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals.All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.Compensation, Benefits and Position DetailsPay Range Minimum:$21.40 hourlyPay Range Maximum:$28.00 hourlyOther Compensation:-Benefits:For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-temporary-per-diem-and-less-than-half-time/Shift:Evening Shift (United States of America)Temporary or Regular?This is a temporary positionFTE (Full-Time Equivalent):0.00%Union/Bargaining Unit:WFSE HMCABOUT UW MEDICINE – WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHERUW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals.All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.Our CommitmentThe University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81 .To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [e-mail] .Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law .