Nutrition Assistant/Per-Diem

Cooley Dickinson Hospital; Northampton (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Cooley Dickinson Hospital in Northampton, MA is seeking a Nutrition Assistant to support patient menus, distribute and collect orders, and ensure accurate therapeutic diet compliance. This position operates within the 1199SEIU Bargaining Unit and reports to the Diet Office Coordinator.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and prefer enrollment in nutrition studies, with a background in healthcare administration or secretarial tasks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of, or enrollment in, a nutrition degree or certificate program preferred.
• One (1) year as a Nutrition Assistant or secretarial experience in a health care environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Distribute and collect patient’s menus, offering assistance to patients in completing the menu.
• Participate in patient tray line as needed.
• Correct patient’s menus according to therapeutic diet order and Standards of Care.
• Address patient issues and concerns and relay pertinent information to the Clinical Dietitian or Clinical Nutrition Manager.
• Participate in weekly testing of trays for temperature, portions, taste and presentation.
• Maintain established hospital and departmental policies and procedures, objectives, confidentiality, quality improvement program, compliance, safety, infection control and environmental standards.
• Maintain professional growth and development through attendance at seminars, workshops, conferences or in-services, professional affiliations or journals to stay abreast of current trends in field of expertise.
• Meet annual competency and retraining requirements.
• Attend meetings as required.
• Perform other functions/duties as requested.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Nutrition degree or certificate program (preferred)

Job description

Site: Cooley Dickinson Hospital, Inc.

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

The Nutrition Assistant is responsible for all duties pertaining to operational and clerical functions for patient menus, which includes distribution, collection, and correction of therapeutic diet orders. This position is part of the 1199SEIU Bargaining Unit at Cooley Dickinson Hospital. This position reports to the Diet Office Coordinator and operates within established organizational and departmental policies and procedures.

Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Completion of, or enrollment in, a nutrition degree or certificate program preferred
• One (1) year as a Nutrition Assistant or secretarial experience in a health care environment preferred

Additional Job Details (if Applicable)

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Distribute and collect patient’s menus, offering assistance to patients in completing the menu. Participate in patient tray line as needed. Correct patient’s menus according to therapeutic diet order and Standards of Care.
• Address patient issues and concerns and relay pertinent information to the Clinical Dietitian or Clinical Nutrition Manager.
• Participate in weekly testing of trays for temperature, portions, taste and presentation.
• Maintain established hospital and departmental policies and procedures, objectives, confidentiality, quality improvement program, compliance, safety, infection control and environmental standards.
• Maintain professional growth and development through attendance at seminars, workshops, conferences or in-services, professional affiliations or journals to stay abreast of current trends in field of expertise.
• Meet annual competency and retraining requirements.
• Attend meetings as required.
• Perform other functions/duties as requested.

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

30 Locust Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

0

Employee Type

Per Diem

Work Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

Pay Range

$18.25 - $25.38/Hourly

Grade

SC2C24

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

EEO Statement

1910 Cooley Dickinson Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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