PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE (DIETARY AIDE) (FULL TIME)

Compass Healthcare; Nacogdoches (TX); On-site; USD 18,597 - 19,286; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Compass Healthcare is hiring a full-time Patient Dining Associate at Nacogdoches Medical Center. This role involves assisting patients with meal selections, ensuring accurate delivery, and maintaining safety standards.

Candidates must have the ability to communicate effectively in English and lift up to 100 pounds. The position offers a range of benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as wellness programs.

Qualifications

• No previous experience required.
• Must be able to occasionally lift or move up to 100 pounds and maneuver food delivery carts.

Responsibilities

• Help patients understand menu selections and ensure compliance with nutritional requirements.
• Manage tray tickets and assemble meals according to each patient’s selection.
• Follow HACCP guidelines when handling food and cleaning work stations.

Skills

Ability to read, write, and interpret documents in English

Basic computer skills

Mathematical skills

Physical ability to lift or move up to 100 pounds

Job description

Position

Full‑time PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE (DIETARY AIDE)

Location

Nacogdoches Medical Center – 4920 North East Stallings Drive, Nacogdoches, TX 75965. Online applications only.

Schedule

Full time. Days and hours may vary. Details upon interview.

Compensation

$13.50 – $14.00 per hour.

Requirements

• No previous experience required.
• 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 food delivery carts.

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 by ensuring meals are accurate and delivered at the correct time and temperature.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Help patients understand menu selections and work with nursing to ensure orders comply with nutritional requirements or restrictions.
• Collaborate with caregivers and culinary team to determine menu alternatives for patients with allergies, sensitivities, or other preferences.
• Manage tray tickets and assemble meals according to each patient’s selection in a timely and accurate manner; retrieve trays from patient rooms at assigned times.
• Comply with regulatory standards, including federal, state, and JCAHO, and adhere to HIPAA policies and procedures.
• Follow HACCP guidelines when handling food and cleaning work stations; follow infection control policies.
• Assist dietitians with monitoring patients who cannot eat orally, are on liquid diets, or require specific calorie counts.
• Communicate problems or concerns with patients and appropriate personnel in a timely manner.
• Complete all daily, weekly, or monthly reports per Morrison Healthcare policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Retirement Plan, Associate Shopping Program, Health and Wellness Programs, Discount Marketplace, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, and other voluntary benefits.
• Full‑time employees receive Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance/AD, Disability Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).

Legal and EEO Statement

Morrison Healthcare is a member of Compass Group. Compass Group is an equal‑opportunity employer. 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.

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Morrison Healthcare maintains a drug‑free workplace.