Patient Diet Coordinator

LiveWell Homecare Agency; Danville (PA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency is seeking a Diet Assistant to transcribe patient diet orders using department software, ensuring accurate nourishment delivery and collaboration with clinical nutrition staff.

You will enter nourishment details, verify substitution lists, calculate fluid restrictions, process tray tickets, and support training while contributing to patient safety and satisfaction.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Familiarity with healthcare software, attention to detail, and ability to work in a team environment are essential.

Responsibilities

• Enters nourishment details, allergies, dislikes, and dietary restrictions into patient records.
• Verifies the accuracy of substitution lists and makes decisions on adjustments.
• Calculates fluid restrictions and custom meal patterns per dietary plans.
• Processes and checks tray tickets to ensure correct delivery according to prescriptions.
• Receives and updates patient diet information via EPIC, fax, phone, and diet lists.
• Generates reports, labels, and tray tickets; manages meal tracking and payment processing.
• Participates in emergency procedures and assists staff during resource limitations.
• Contributes to training and onboarding activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Healthcare software familiarity

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Healthcare software

Job description

LiveWell Homecare Agency is seeking a Diet Assistant to transcribe patient diet orders using department software, ensuring accurate nourishment delivery and collaboration with clinical nutrition staff.

You will enter nourishment details, verify substitution lists, calculate fluid restrictions, process tray tickets, and support training while contributing to patient safety and satisfaction.