Patient Dining Specialist - Flexible Hours & Impact

Compass Group, North America; Lufkin (TX); On-site; USD 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Life Insurance/AD

Disability Insurance

Commuter Benefits

Pet Insurance

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 goals by making sure meals are accurate and delivered at the right time and temperature.

At Morrison Healthcare, a Compass Group company, we offer full-time and part-time opportunities with competitive pay ($11/hour)

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, as well as maneuver and push food delivery carts.

Responsibilities

• Help patients understand their menu selections and work with nursing to ensure orders meet nutritional requirements.
• Determine menu alternatives for allergies, sensitivities, or cultural/religious preferences.
• Manage tray tickets and assemble meals according to patient selections, retrieving trays on time.
• Comply with federal, state and JCAHO standards and HIPAA policies.
• Follow HACCP guidelines when handling food and cleaning work stations.
• Follow infection control policies and procedures.
• Assist dietitians with monitoring patients on restricted diets.
• Communicate problems or concerns with patients to appropriate personnel.
• Complete daily, weekly or monthly reports as outlined in policies.
• Comply with health and sanitation regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading and writing

Basic computer skills

Physical stamina

Job description

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 goals by making sure meals are accurate and delivered at the right time and temperature.

At Morrison Healthcare, a Compass Group company, we offer full-time and part-time opportunities with competitive pay ($11/hour)