Nutrition Services Aide

UT Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO medical plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday pay

On-site childcare

Tuition Reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center is seeking a Diet Services Clerk to process diet orders and update patient information within Nutrition Services Systems. You will explain meal ordering procedures to patients, anticipate needs, and maintain professional interactions with patients, families, and nursing staff throughout the day.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation, timely order processing, and collaboration with the Nutrition Leadership team to ensure patient meals are delivered efficiently

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service or call center is preferred.
• Basic clerical and data entry experience is expected.
• Ability to interact professionally with patients and families.

Responsibilities

• Process diet orders and update patient information in Nutrition Services Systems accurately and promptly.
• Explain meal ordering procedures to patients.
• Anticipate patient needs and respond appropriately.
• Interact with patients, family members, and nursing staff daily in a professional manner.
• Communicate clearly, in writing or verbally, to take patient orders and support workflow.

Skills

Customer Service

Data entry

Clerical work

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

UT Southwestern Medical Center is seeking a Diet Services Clerk to process diet orders and update patient information within Nutrition Services Systems. You will explain meal ordering procedures to patients, anticipate needs, and maintain professional interactions with patients, families, and nursing staff throughout the day.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation, timely order processing, and collaboration with the Nutrition Leadership team to ensure patient meals are delivered efficiently