PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE/DIETARY AIDE (FULL TIME)

Compass Group; Kingsport (TN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Patient Dining Associate, where you'll play a vital role in enhancing patient experiences through meal service. In this full-time position, you'll help patients navigate their menu selections, ensuring their nutritional needs are met while delivering meals with care and precision. This role not only offers competitive wages but also provides great opportunities for career growth within a supportive healthcare environment. If you're passionate about making a difference in people's lives and enjoy working in a team-oriented setting, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Retirement Plan

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Pet Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Legal Services

Qualifications

• Prior food service experience is required.
• Ability to read, write and interpret documents in English.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with menu selections and meal delivery.
• Comply with health and sanitation regulations.
• Work with caregivers to ensure dietary compliance.

Skills

Food Service Experience

Basic Computer Skills

Mathematical Skills

Communication Skills

Ability to Lift Heavy Items

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Morrison Healthcare

We are hiring immediately for full time PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE/DIETARY AIDE positions.

Location: Ballad Health Holston Valley Medical Center - 130 West Ravine Road, Kingsport, TN 37660. Note: online applications accepted only.

Schedule: Full time schedule; Days may vary, 7:00 am to 3:00 pm and 4:00 pm to 8:30 pm. Rotating weekends and holidays required.

Requirement: Prior food service experience is required.

Pay Rate: $15.50 per hour.

Perks: Competitive wages! Great career growth opportunities!

Additional Info: This position is contingent upon the candidate clearing both a criminal background check and a drug screening after receipt of an offer (nicotine testing is not included/required).

Note: Phone interviews will be conducted.

Point of Contact: Malissa Peters [phone]. Call for questions or help with applying.

Make a difference in the lives of people, your community, and yourself. Join a culture of opportunity with Morrison Healthcare. Our careers are filled with purpose and empower you to transform healthcare experiences.

Job Summary

Patient Dining Associates work on assigned units in a healthcare facility, and provide services that include helping patients make menu selections, assemble, deliver and pick-up their meal trays. They are part of the caregiving team, responsible for patient safety and satisfaction goals by making sure meals are accurate and delivered at the right time and temperature.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Help patients understand their menu selections and work with nursing to ensure their orders comply with their nutritional requirements or restrictions.
2. Work with the caregivers and culinary team to determine menu alternatives for patients with food allergies and sensitivities; cultural, ethnic and religious preferences; or when a patient inquires about additional selections.
3. Manage tray tickets and assemble meals according to each patient’s menu selection in a timely and accurate manner. Retrieve trays from patient rooms at assigned times.
4. Complies with regulatory agency standards, including federal, state and JCAHO. Adhere to facility confidentiality and the patient’s rights policy as outlined in the facility’s Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) policies and procedures.
5. Follows Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) guidelines when handling food, cleaning work stations and breaking down patient tray line.
6. Follows facility and department infection control policies and procedures.
7. Assist dietitians, such as helping monitor patients who cannot eat food through their mouth, are on liquid diets or have a specific calorie count to manage.
8. Communicate problems or concerns with patients to appropriate personnel in a timely manner, following department procedures.
9. Complete all daily, weekly or monthly reports as outlined in the Morrison Healthcare policies and procedures.
10. Comply with federal, state and local health and sanitation regulations, as well as department sanitation procedures.
11. Performs other duties assigned.

Qualifications:

1. Ability to read, write and interpret documents in English.
2. Basic computer and mathematical skills.
3. Must be able to occasionally lift or move up to 100 pounds, as well as maneuver and push food delivery carts.

BENEFITS FOR OUR TEAM MEMBERS

Full-time and part-time positions are offered the following benefits: Retirement Plan, Associate Shopping Program, Health and Wellness Programs, Discount Marketplace, Identify Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, and other voluntary benefits including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program.

Full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance/AD, Disability Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Morrison Healthcare is a member of Compass Group. Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position.

Morrison Healthcare maintains a drug-free workplace.