PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE DIETARY AIDE (ON CALL)

Compass Group; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Patient Dining Associates to join their team. In this role, you will provide essential dining services in a healthcare setting, ensuring patients receive meals that meet their dietary needs. Your contributions will directly impact patient satisfaction and safety, making a real difference in their healthcare experience. This position offers flexible scheduling on an on-call basis, allowing you to work according to your availability while being part of a caring and supportive team. Join a culture that values your contributions and empowers you to make a positive impact in your community.

Benefits

Retirement Plan

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and interpret documents in English.
• Basic computer and mathematical skills required.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with menu selections and meal delivery.
• Ensure compliance with health regulations and patient safety.
• Communicate effectively with patients and healthcare staff.

Skills

English language proficiency

Basic computer skills

Mathematical skills

Ability to lift up to 100 pounds

Job description

Morrison Healthcare

We are hiring immediately for on call PATIENT DINING ASSOCIATE DIETARY AIDE positions.

Location: COLBY - 1700 13th Street, Everett, WA 98201. Note: online applications accepted only.

Schedule: On call schedule. Shift will be based on needs. More details upon interview.

Requirement: Experience preferred.

Pay Range: $20.00 per hour to $25.00 per hour.

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. Take a look for yourself at the Power of Food (https://cg.widen.net/s/5rx27jq6sh/power-of-food-_60)!

Morrison Healthcare is a leading national food and nutrition services company exclusively dedicated to serving more than 806 hospitals and healthcare systems. Morrison uses the Power of Food to create personalized dining experiences for patients and in their cafés to advance the healing and healthful missions of its clients.

Job Summary

Patient Dining Associates work on assigned units in a healthcare facility, providing services that include helping patients make menu selections, assembling, delivering, and picking up their meal trays. They are part of the caregiving team, responsible for patient safety and satisfaction goals by ensuring 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. Comply 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. Follow Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) guidelines when handling food, cleaning work stations, and breaking down patient tray lines.
6. Follow 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. Perform other duties as 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, Identity 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, and 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. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Morrison Healthcare maintains a drug-free workplace.