Room Service Operator

125 Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation; Illinois; On-site; USD 27,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligible

Part-time

Job summary

Advocate Lutheran General Hospital – Food and Nutrition is seeking a part-time Dietary Aide to assist with patient room service calls and relay diet needs to dietitians. You will process diet orders, update patient files, and ensure tickets align with diet orders and allergies.

The role requires 6 months to 1 year in hospitality, a high school diploma or GED, and basic computer skills. Flexible hours include weekends/holidays. Benefits eligible as part of Advocate Health.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 6mos-1yr experience in hospitality.
• Ability to speak, read and write English clearly.
• Knowledge of medical terminology (e.g., T.I.D., B.I.D.).
• Math skills: conversions of oz, cc, ml.

Responsibilities

• Answers room service phone calls to obtain menu selections from patients and/or patients families.
• Communicates special patient needs to dietitians.
• Follows physician’s diet orders for all patients and updates patient files in the computer.
• Ensures meal tickets align with diet orders, allergies and identifiers.
• Updates nourishment orders to meet diet orders.
• Communicates between nursing, host/hostess, and kitchen staff to clarify orders and provide prompt service.

Skills

Customer service

Hospitality

Computer skills

Medical terminology

English proficiency

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary

Department: 11903 Advocate Lutheran General Hospital – Food and Nutrition Status: Part time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hours Per Week: 20 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Hours 2:30pm - 6:30pm Rotating weekends Rotating holidays Pay Range: $19.80 - $29.70

Major Responsibilities

• 1)Answers room service phone calls to obtain menu selections from patients and/or patients families.
• 2)Communicates special patient needs to dietitians.

Processing Diet Orders

• 1)Follows physician’s diet orders for all patients
• 2)Updates and maintains accurate patient card files in computer.
• 3)Adheres to specific standards for diets when entering selections into computer or in modifying and checking menus.
• 4)Ensure meal tickets are in compliance with diet orders, allergies and proper identifier on the meal tickets.
• 5)Updates and maintains nourishment orders to ensure diet orders are met.

Communication

• 1)Communicates between nursing, host/hostess, and kitchen staff in order to clarify orders and provide prompt service.
• 2)Communicates special patient needs to dietitians.

Other

• 1)Upholds Advocate Trinity Hospital's Service Commitment through equality, compassion, excellence, partnership and stewardship.
• 2)Uses courtesy and respect in all interactions with managers, co-workers, patients, staff and visitors.
• 3)Responds positively to all requests. Utilizes proper phone etiquette and scripting when speaking to patients.
• 4)Maintains professional image and follows department dress code policy.
• 5)Performs additional miscellaneous duties, communicating status to supervisor.

Training/Inservices/Meetings

• 1)Assists with training of other employees
• 2)Attends scheduled inservices and meetings.

Education/Experience Required

• High School diploma or GED.
• 6mos-1yr experience in hospitality industry.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Ability to speak, read and write English clearly and proficiently, as related to essential job activities.
• Computer skills.
• Knowledge of medical terminology (T.I.D., B.I.D., etc.).
• Math skills: conversions of oz, cc, ml.
• Ability to communicate effectively.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Flexible work hours between 5:00 A.M. and 8:30 P.M. including weekends and holidays.
• Limited exposure to hazardous conditions.
• Safety and sanitation when in kitchen.
• Ability to handle various tasks simultaneously especially during high patient volumes.

If position has direct patient care or direct patient contact the following lifting requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 06/01/2015.

• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance.
• For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available.
• Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case‑by‑case basis.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our Commitment to You

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

• Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Benefits and more
• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program
• Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits. This is Transformation One shared purpose brought us together. Now, as one of the 10 largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the United States, our combined strength and stability drives us forward. Starting with You Caring for nearly 3 million people has inspired a transformation. One in which the patient’s experience guides our vision and empowers us to offer new possibilities in our communities. Reshaping Access What is access? It’s offering more sites of care than any other health system in the Midwest. But there’s a new frontier. Access is exploring the latest technologies to deliver care to patients exactly where they are and exactly when they need it Inspiring Professionals With our dynamically inclusive workforce and strong connections to the places where we live and work, we’ll touch more lives and contribute to stronger and more vibrant communities. Transforming Care We’re redefining the standard for care with world‑class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading‑edge research and clinical trials. Combined, Advocate and Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence in: Cardiovascular Care Neurosciences Gynecology Oncology Pediatrics Primary Care Neurology Geriatrics Trauma Care