Nutrition Assistant Per Diem, Varied Days

huntingtonhospital; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Huntington Hospital in Pasadena, CA is seeking a Nutrition Assistant Per Diem to support the Dietary department. You will help receive and process patient meal orders, assist patients with menu selections, and ensure meals meet diet prescriptions.

The role requires a high school diploma, at least one year hospital food service experience, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Training completes within probationary period; flexible hours and part-time shifts.

Qualifications

• Must identify and process correct diets and portions for all ages.
• Communicate effectively with customers and co-workers.
• Flexible to changes in schedule and environment.
• Complete required training within probationary period.

Responsibilities

• Receive and process patient meal orders.
• Assist patients with menu selections.
• Ensure orders align with diet prescriptions and portions.
• Enter orders into the appropriate computerized system.

Skills

Computer skills

Word

Excel

Windows

Typing 30 wpm

Education

High School diploma

Nutrition education preferred

Job description

Expectations

Performs a variety of food and customer services tasks involved in receiving and processing patient meal orders. Call Center answers phones and takes meal requests, assisting patients with their menu selections. Ensures selections are appropriate for the diet prescription and enters them into the appropriate computerized system. Works under minimum supervision, able to work in a fast paced environment following departmental guidelines and procedures. Maintains and processes various reports and inspections. Communicates patients' needs to the appropriate team member while maintaining patients confidentiality. Works closely with team members to meet the needs of the Food and Nutrition Department. This position requires flexibility of hours.

Education

High School graduate or equivalent. Nutrition education preferred.

Experience / Training

Minimum 1 year experience in a hospital setting or equivalent. Clerical experience preferred. Prior food service experience with patient meal services preferred. Must complete the required training program within the defined probationary period.

Skills

Computer skills, Word, Excel, Windows or equivalent, and type 30 wpm. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to identify and process correct diets and portions for all age groups from pediatrics through elderly adults. Demonstrates age appropriate communication skills for the patient population served. Ability to multitask, read, follow instructions, and use basic math skills required. Mandatory education and in-service requirements to be completed within 30 days of the due date. Must have the ability to communicate effectively with customers and co-workers. Must be flexible and adapt easily to changes in schedule, work assignments and environment.

Position Details

• Job Title: Nutrition Assistant Per Diem
• Department: Dietary
• Shift Duration: 8
• Primary Shift: Days
• Time Type: Part time
• Location: 100 W California Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91105
• Pay Range: The estimated base rate for this position is $25.45 - $27.36.

Additional individual compensation may be available for this role through differentials, extra shift incentives, bonuses, etc. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package, and a comprehensive benefits program is available for qualifying positions.