Patient Nutrition & Dining Experience Specialist

UVM Health Network - Central Vermont Medical Center; Berlin (VT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

UVM Health Network - Central Vermont Medical Center is seeking a Nutrition Care Representative to assist patients with menu selections, take orders, and ensure meals meet diet prescriptions. The role involves updating patient information, communicating with clinical nutrition staff, and performing meal service duties to support patient nourishment.

Responsibilities include serving trays, maintaining stock, and handling related clerical tasks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Computer proficiency and legible handwriting is required.
• Superior communication skills in phone etiquette and customer service are required.
• Ability to explain basic nutrition concepts to patients and families.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with menu selection via room service calls or bedside entry.
• Take food orders and update patient information as required.
• Correct menu choices under supervision and using dietary guidelines.
• Alert clinical nutrition staff to any patient care issues.
• Serve patient trays and nourishments; refill floor stocks.
• Perform clerical duties related to patient meal service.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Nutrition knowledge

Patient service

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

UVM Health Network - Central Vermont Medical Center is seeking a Nutrition Care Representative to assist patients with menu selections, take orders, and ensure meals meet diet prescriptions. The role involves updating patient information, communicating with clinical nutrition staff, and performing meal service duties to support patient nourishment.

Responsibilities include serving trays, maintaining stock, and handling related clerical tasks.