Nutrition Assistant: Patient Meals & Robot Delivery

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Retirement matching

Job summary

Mercy Hospital St. Louis is seeking a Nutrition Assistant to support patient care through food and nutrition services. You will deliver meals, snacks, and supplements, manage supplies, and maintain a clean, welcoming environment.

The role also involves operating TUG robotic delivery systems and collaborating with nursing units to ensure high-quality service. The position emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and attention to detail, with opportunities to contribute to quality initiatives and patient

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience in food service, healthcare, hospitality, or customer service preferred.
• Strong communication, customer service, and organizational skills.
• Basic computer and technology proficiency.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient meals, snacks, and nutritional supplements accurately and efficiently.
• Provide excellent customer service while addressing patient needs and concerns.
• Operate TUG robotic delivery systems to transport meals and supplies throughout the hospital.
• Inventory, stock, order, and distribute supplies as needed.
• Label and rotate food products following FIFO guidelines.
• Perform routine cleaning and sanitation duties in accordance with department standards.
• Utilize department technology and software to support daily operations.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and departmental activities.

Skills

Strong communication

Customer service

Organizational skills

Basic computer skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Mercy Hospital St. Louis is seeking a Nutrition Assistant to support patient care through food and nutrition services. You will deliver meals, snacks, and supplements, manage supplies, and maintain a clean, welcoming environment.

The role also involves operating TUG robotic delivery systems and collaborating with nursing units to ensure high-quality service. The position emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and attention to detail, with opportunities to contribute to quality initiatives and patient