Patient Dining Associate | Full-Time, Rotating Shifts

Sentara Health; South Boston (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Sentara Halifax Regional Hospital is hiring a Patient Dining Associate to support patient meal service on assigned units. The role communicates patient food issues to Food & Nutrition Services and collaborates with Nursing to address nutrition needs and diet orders.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED (preferred) and experience in healthcare or customer service. Base pay ranges from $18.02 to $26.54 per hour with benefits and possible shift incentives.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent GED - Preferred
• Experience in lieu of degree/diploma will be accepted
• Previous healthcare or customer service experience - Preferred

Responsibilities

• Responsible for patient meal service food on assigned units
• Communicates patient food issues/concerns and needs to Food & Nutrition Services, and interacts with Nursing regarding patient nutrition needs or requirements
• Assist dietitian with monitoring of patients on NPO, clear liquid and full liquid diets and records food intake for patients on intake analysis
• React accurately and effectively to all changes to ensure efficient timing of services and accuracy of physician's ordered modified diets
• Familiar with dietary restrictions on special, modified diets to ensure optimal patient care and satisfaction
• Responsible for patient satisfaction on assigned units

Education

HS diploma or GED

Job description

Sentara Halifax Regional Hospital is hiring a Patient Dining Associate to support patient meal service on assigned units. The role communicates patient food issues to Food & Nutrition Services and collaborates with Nursing to address nutrition needs and diet orders.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED (preferred) and experience in healthcare or customer service. Base pay ranges from $18.02 to $26.54 per hour with benefits and possible shift incentives.