PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE (DIETARY AIDE) (FULL TIME)

Compass One Healthcare; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare company as a Patient Dining Associate, where you will assist patients with meal selections and ensure timely delivery of meals. This full-time role requires strong communication skills and the ability to meet various dietary needs, contributing to patient care and community health.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Retirement plans

Health and wellness programs

Discounts and voluntary insurance options

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and interpret documents in English.
• Ability to lift or move up to 100 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with menu selections and coordinate with nursing.
• Manage tray tickets, assemble meals, and retrieve trays.
• Follow regulatory standards and maintain sanitation.

Skills

Communication

Basic computer skills

Math skills

Job description

PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE (DIETARY AIDE) (FULL TIME)

Join us as a Patient Dining Associate (Dietary Aide) at Compass One Healthcare and make a difference in patient care and community health.

Position Details

• Location: Arkansas Children's Hospital - 1 Children's Way, Little Rock, AR 72202
• Schedule: Full-time; open availability preferred. Hours and days may vary, details provided during interview.
• Pay Rate: $15.00 per hour

About Morrison Healthcare

We are a leading national food and nutrition services company serving over 806 hospitals and healthcare systems. We focus on creating personalized dining experiences that support healing and healthful missions. With over 65 years of experience, we are recognized as a top workplace and training organization.

Job Summary

Patient Dining Associates work on healthcare units, assisting patients with menu selections, assembling, delivering, and retrieving meal trays. They are integral to the caregiving team, ensuring meals are accurate, timely, and meet safety standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist patients in understanding menu options and coordinate with nursing to meet nutritional needs.
• Work with culinary and caregiving teams to accommodate allergies, sensitivities, and cultural preferences.
• Manage tray tickets, assemble meals, and retrieve trays efficiently.
• Follow all regulatory standards, confidentiality policies, and HIPAA regulations.
• Adhere to HACCP guidelines and infection control policies.
• Support dietitians in monitoring patients on special diets or with specific nutritional requirements.
• Communicate patient concerns promptly and complete required reports.
• Maintain sanitation and safety standards.
• 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 and maneuver food carts.

Benefits

We offer comprehensive benefits including retirement plans, health and wellness programs, discounts, and voluntary insurance options. Full-time employees may access medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, among others.

Additional Information

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Applications are accepted continuously. Morrison Healthcare maintains a drug-free workplace.