Patient Nutrition Aide – Therapeutic Diets

Samaritan Health Services; Albany (OR); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Samaritan Health Services seeks a Diet Aide to support patient meals by understanding and applying therapeutic diets while serving foods with courtesy and respect in a hospital setting.

The role involves assisting with preparation and meal service, ensuring patient needs are met, and collaborating with Nutritional Services. A high school diploma is preferred; ServSafe certification within 30 days is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Successful completion of Food Handler's course or ServSafe certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience as diet aide/dietitian assistant in a hospital preferred.

Responsibilities

• Understand therapeutic diets and follow them while providing foods to patients and serving meals with courteous, respectful service.
• Collaborate with Nutritional Services to ensure meals meet patient needs and safety standards.

Skills

Customer service

Dietary aide experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ServSafe certification

Job description

Samaritan Health Services seeks a Diet Aide to support patient meals by understanding and applying therapeutic diets while serving foods with courtesy and respect in a hospital setting.

The role involves assisting with preparation and meal service, ensuring patient needs are met, and collaborating with Nutritional Services. A high school diploma is preferred; ServSafe certification within 30 days is required.