Nutrition Assistant - Carthage

Mercy; Missouri; On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan with company match

Job summary

Mercy in Missouri is seeking a Nutrition Assistant to support Food and Nutrition Services by delivering patient meals with accuracy and care. You will assist with meal setup, delivery, and monitoring to ensure quality service in a busy hospital setting.

This role centers on friendly, patient‑facing service and teamwork, interacting with patients, families and staff to uphold Mercy’s service standards. A High School diploma or equivalent is preferred, and Food Handlers training within 90 days of

Qualifications

• Ability to read and write well.
• Positive attitude and friendly demeanor.
• Willingness to learn and work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient meals accurately and on time.
• Assist with meal setup and monitoring of meal service.
• Provide high-quality customer service to patients, families and staff.

Skills

Read and write well

Team player

Customer service

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

The Nutrition Assistant represents Food and Nutrition Services by delivering patient meals. They follow all guidelines with a high expectation for accuracy during delivery, set up, and monitoring of meal service. The Nutrition Assistant excels at customer service and personal interaction with patients, their families, and hospital staff.

Find your calling at Mercy!

Overview

The Nutrition Assistant represents Food and Nutrition Services by delivering patient meals. They follow all guidelines with a high expectation for accuracy during delivery, set up, and monitoring of meal service. The Nutrition Assistant excels at customer service and personal interaction with patients, their families, and hospital staff.

Qualifications

Position Details:

Education

Licensure:

Experience

Certifications:

Jefferson: Food Handlers within 90 days of hire

SPRG: Food Handlers within 90 days of hire

Other: Skills, knowledge and abilities: Ability to read and write well. Nutrition in a Nutshell within 90 days. Positive attitude, friendly smile, good personal appearance. Willingness to learn and work as part of a team. Working conditions, mental and physical requirements: Equipment used: Computer and/or tablet, basic food service equipment

Preferred Education: High School diploma or equivalent Preferred Licensure:

Preferred Experience

Preferred Certifications:

Preferred Other

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.