Patient Dining Specialist (Dietary Aide)

Compass Healthcare; Powell (TN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Willing to train!

Job summary

Morrison Healthcare, a Compass Healthcare company, is hiring a Patient Dining Associate (Dietary Aide) at North Knoxville Medical Center in Powell, TN. You will join a team dedicated to nourishing patients and supporting care teams, with scheduling 6:00 am to 6:30 pm, rotating weekends, and training opportunities.

Responsibilities include assisting patients with menu selections, ensuring accurate and timely meal delivery, and maintaining compliance with HACCP and HIPAA policies.

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 push food delivery carts.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with menu selections and coordinate with nursing to meet nutritional requirements.
• Collaborate with caregivers and culinary team to offer menu alternatives for allergies, sensitivities, and cultural preferences.
• Assemble meals according to patient selections and retrieve trays on schedule.
• Follow regulatory standards and HIPAA policies; maintain confidentiality.
• Adhere to HACCP guidelines and sanitation practices in tray line handling.
• Assist dietitians with monitoring patients on restricted diets or calorie counts.
• Document issues and communicate concerns promptly to appropriate staff.
• Complete daily/weekly/monthly reports as required by Morrison Healthcare policies.
• Comply with health and sanitation regulations and department procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

English literacy

Basic computer skills

Mobility/strength

Job description

Morrison Healthcare, a Compass Healthcare company, is hiring a Patient Dining Associate (Dietary Aide) at North Knoxville Medical Center in Powell, TN. You will join a team dedicated to nourishing patients and supporting care teams, with scheduling 6:00 am to 6:30 pm, rotating weekends, and training opportunities.

Responsibilities include assisting patients with menu selections, ensuring accurate and timely meal delivery, and maintaining compliance with HACCP and HIPAA policies.