Patient Meal Service Specialist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Employee Discounts

403(b) with company match

Job summary

Sentara Halifax Regional Hospital is hiring a Patient Dining Associate. This full-time position entails patient meal service on assigned units, with rotating days and shifts.

The role requires collaboration with Food & Nutrition Services and Nursing to address patient nutrition needs and ensure high-quality care. The candidate should have a HS diploma or GED, with preference for healthcare or customer service experience.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED; preferred.
• Experience in lieu of degree/diploma will be accepted.
• Previous healthcare or customer service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve patient meals on assigned units and ensure timely delivery.
• Communicate patient food issues to the Food & Nutrition Services and Nursing teams.
• Assist the dietitian with monitoring diets (NPO, clear/full liquid) and track patient intake.
• Maintain accuracy of physician-ordered modified diets and support patient satisfaction.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Healthcare experience

Education

HS diploma or GED

Experience in lieu of degree/diploma accepted

Job description

Sentara Halifax Regional Hospital is hiring a Patient Dining Associate. This full-time position entails patient meal service on assigned units, with rotating days and shifts.

The role requires collaboration with Food & Nutrition Services and Nursing to address patient nutrition needs and ensure high-quality care. The candidate should have a HS diploma or GED, with preference for healthcare or customer service experience.