PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE/DIETARY AIDE (FULL TIME)

Compass One Healthcare; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 18,184 - 25,898; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Health and wellness programs

Discount marketplace

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Macon, GA, is looking for a full-time Patient Dining Associate/Dietary Aide. Responsibilities include assisting patients with menu selections and ensuring dietary needs are met while adhering to health regulations. Ideal candidates will possess good communication skills and a background in patient or customer service. The role offers competitive pay and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Prior patient service or customer service experience preferred.
• Ability to occasionally lift or move up to 100 pounds.
• Must maneuver/push food delivery carts.

Responsibilities

• Help patients understand menu selections.
• Work with caregivers and culinary team for menu options.
• Manage tray tickets and assemble meals.
• Comply with regulatory standards and patient confidentiality.
• Follow HACCP guidelines when handling food.

Skills

Ability to read, write, and interpret documents in English

Basic computer skills

Basic mathematical skills

Job description

PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE/DIETARY AIDE (FULL TIME)

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We are hiring immediately for full-time PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE/DIETARY AIDE positions at Atrium Macon, 777 Hemlock Street HB 141, Macon, GA 31201. Online applications are accepted only. Schedule: Full time; days and hours may vary. Open availability is preferred. More details upon interview.

Requirement: Prior patient service or customer service experience is preferred. Fixed pay rate: $16.00 per hour. Perks include opportunities for growth and vacation accruals from day one.

Responsibilities

• Help patients understand their menu selections and collaborate with nursing to ensure orders meet nutritional requirements.
• Work with caregivers and the culinary team to determine menu options for allergies, sensitivities, and patient preferences, including cultural, ethnic, and religious considerations.
• Manage tray tickets and assemble meals according to each patient’s menu selection; retrieve trays from patient rooms at scheduled times.
• Comply with regulatory standards (federal, state, JCAHO) and uphold patient confidentiality per HIPAA policies.
• Follow HACCP guidelines when handling food, cleaning work stations, and breaking down the tray line.
• Adhere to infection control policies and assist dietitians with patients on limited or monitored diets.
• Communicate problems or concerns to appropriate personnel promptly and complete required daily/weekly/monthly reports per Morrison Healthcare policies.
• Ensure compliance with health and sanitation regulations and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

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

Benefits for our team members

• Full-time and part-time positions with benefits including retirement plan, health and wellness programs, and a discount marketplace; additional voluntary benefits available (critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, legal services, etc.).
• Full-time positions include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, commuter benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and Flexible Spending Accounts.

Morrison Healthcare is a member of Compass Group. Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fair treatment of applicants and associates regardless of race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic. Qualified candidates must be able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation. This job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities or requirements.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Application deadline: applications are accepted ongoing until all openings are filled. If an applicant is declined because the position is filled, they may be considered for future opportunities and are welcome to reapply. Morrison Healthcare maintains a drug-free workplace.