PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE (DIETARY AIDE) (FULL TIME)

Compass One Healthcare; Jennings (LA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare company as a Patient Dining Associate, where you'll play a crucial role in enhancing patient satisfaction and safety. Your responsibilities will include assisting patients with meal choices, ensuring dietary requirements are met, and coordinating with healthcare staff. This full-time role offers an opportunity to make a positive impact on patient care.

Benefits

Retirement plans

Health and wellness programs

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and interpret documents in English.
• Basic math skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with menu selections and meal delivery.
• Coordinate with culinary staff to meet dietary needs.
• Comply with regulatory standards and assist dietitians.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Basic computer skills

Job description

PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE (DIETARY AIDE) (FULL TIME)

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Job Details

• We are hiring immediately for full-time PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE (DIETARY AIDE) positions.
• Location: Ochsner American Legion - 1634 Elton Road, Jennings, LA 70546. Note: online applications accepted only.
• Schedule: Full-time; hours and days may vary. More details upon interview.
• Requirement: Previous food service experience required.
• Pay Range: $12.00 - $14.00 per hour.

Join a culture of opportunity with Morrison Healthcare. Our careers are filled with purpose and empower you to transform healthcare experiences. Morrison Healthcare is a leading national food and nutrition services company serving over 806 hospitals and healthcare systems. We leverage culinary, nutritional, and operational expertise to provide consistent, personalized dining experiences that support healing and healthful missions. Recognized as one of Modern Healthcare's Best Places to Work in 2020 and a Top 125 Training Organization by Training Magazine, Morrison is part of Compass Group, with a diverse team of over 21,000 professionals.

Job Summary

Patient Dining Associates work on assigned units in healthcare facilities, assisting patients with menu selections, assembling, delivering, and retrieving meal trays. They are vital to patient safety and satisfaction, ensuring meals are accurate, timely, and at the correct temperature.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist patients in understanding menu options and collaborate with nursing to ensure dietary requirements are met.
• Coordinate with culinary staff to accommodate allergies, sensitivities, cultural, religious, or personal preferences.
• Manage tray tickets, assemble meals accurately, and retrieve trays from patient rooms.
• Comply with regulatory standards, including HIPAA, and follow infection control and safety policies.
• Assist dietitians with monitoring patients on special diets or with specific nutritional needs.
• Report problems or concerns promptly and complete required documentation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and interpret documents in English.
• Basic computer and math skills.
• Ability to lift or move up to 100 pounds occasionally and maneuver food delivery carts.

Benefits

Full-time and part-time employees are eligible for benefits including retirement plans, health and wellness programs, discounts, and voluntary insurance options. Full-time benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, and more. Additional paid time off may be available according to law and location.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Qualified candidates must perform essential functions satisfactorily with or without accommodations. This job posting is not exhaustive, and duties may change based on business needs. Applications are accepted continuously. Morrison Healthcare maintains a drug-free workplace.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Healthcare