Dietetic Assistant, Mid-Wilshire

University of California - Los Angeles Health; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 36,327 - 47,981; Full time

Job summary

University of California - Los Angeles Health is seeking a Diet Office Assistant to support patient nutrition services by helping with meal selections and ensuring compliance with dietary requirements. The role requires strong interpersonal skills and the ability to manage meal accuracy based on patient needs.

Candidates should possess effective communication skills, attention to detail, and an understanding of therapeutic diets. Join a dedicated team focused on delivering quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and write in English.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Knowledge of basic math and measurement concepts.
• Understanding of therapeutic diets and dietary restrictions.
• Ability to maintain a clean and sanitary work environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer literacy.

Responsibilities

• Support patient nutrition services by assisting with meal selections.
• Handle inbound calls and in-person interactions.
• Review and interpret diet-related reports and data.
• Verify meal accuracy based on various medical needs.
• Work closely with clinical and food service teams.

Skills

Read and write in English

Attention to detail

Follow instructions

Basic math and measurement

Understanding therapeutic diets

Maintain clean environment

Interpersonal skills

Effective communication

Basic computer literacy

Job description

Description

You will support patient nutrition services by assisting patients with meal selections and ensuring compliance with prescribed dietary requirements. This role handles inbound calls and in-person interactions, reviews and interprets diet-related reports and data, and verifies meal accuracy based on physician orders, allergies, restrictions, preferences, and medical needs. The Diet Office Assistant works closely with clinical and food service teams to ensure meal trays are assembled correctly and delivered safely, accurately, and on time in accordance with regulatory standards and patient care guidelines.

Salary Range: 26.37-34.83/hr

Qualifications

• Ability to read and write in English
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Knowledge of basic math and measurement concepts
• Understanding of therapeutic diets and dietary restrictions
• Ability to maintain a clean and sanitary work environment in accordance with safety standards
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact in a professional, courteous, and positive manner
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Basic computer literacy and ability to navigate systems and documentation tools