Dietitian Assistant

Spectrum Health; Royal Oak (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Corewell Health in Royal Oak Hospital is seeking a Dietitian Support/ Nutrition Assistant to aid in planning and implementing the nutrition care plan. You will visit patients to assist with menu selections, obtain nutrition histories, provide basic diet information and modify tray service as needed.

Join a team that values excellent customer service and collaboration with dietitians and food service, while maintaining Corewell Health standards and safety practices in a part-time daytime role.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write, speak and communicate effectively in English.
• Preferred: High School Diploma or equivalent; 1 year of relevant experience with food service or related.

Responsibilities

• Visiting patients to assist with menu selection and obtain diet histories.
• Liaise with patients, dietitians and food service on meal needs and concerns.
• Follow up to ensure patients tolerate diets and meet special needs.
• Update computer files to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Use computer systems to communicate with food service and maintain records.
• Assist in modifying procedures to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Provide excellent service per Corewell Health standards.
• Participate in safety initiatives and complete required safety competencies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer systems

Job description

Shift and Status

Casual, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Variable weekends.

Job Summary

Assist the dietitian in the planning and implementation of the nutrition care plan, including patient visitation to assist with menu selection, obtain nutrition histories, provide basic diet information and modify tray service as needed. Provide excellent customer service as it relates to Corewell Health standards.

Essential Functions

• Patient visitation for assisting with menu selection, providing basic diet guidelines and obtaining diet history.
• Act as liaison with patient, dietitians and food service regarding patient needs and meal service related concerns.
• Provide follow up to determine if patients are tolerating diets and special needs are being met, making referrals to dietitians as needed.
• Checking and updating computer files to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Utilize computer system to communicate with food service and maintain accurate records.
• Assist in modifying procedures to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Provide excellent customer service as it relates to Corewell Health.
• Actively participates in safety initiatives and risk mitigating measures where appropriate and completes all position and unit safety related competencies and requirements on a timely basis.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required: Must be able to read, write, speak and communicate effectively in English.

Preferred: High School Diploma or equivalent; 1 year of relevant experience with food service or related.

About Corewell Health

As a team member at Corewell Health, you will play an essential role in delivering personalized health care to our patients, members, and our communities. We are committed to cultivating and investing in YOU.

Our top-notch teams are comprised of collaborators, leaders and innovators that continue to build on one shared mission statement - to improve health, instill humanity and inspire hope. Join a nationally recognized health system with an ambitious vision of continued advancement and excellence.

Careers at Corewell Health

Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals.

On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv.

Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!

Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance.

Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings. Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status.

Primary Location & Shift

Site: Royal Oak Hospital - 3601 W 13 Mile Rd - Royal Oak.

Department Name: Medical Nutrition Therapy - Royal Oak Hosp.

Employment Type: Part time.

Shift: Day (United States of America) Weekly Scheduled Hours 0.01 Hours of Work 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Days Worked Monday to Friday Weekend Frequency Variable weekends.

Safety and Health Compliance

We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category.

We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.