Therapeutic Diet Assistant — Patient Meal Specialist

Elliot Health System; New Hampshire; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Elliot Health System in New Hampshire seeks a Nutrition Assistant to implement patient diet orders accurately and support meal service while collaborating with Clinical Dietitians and food service staff. You will engage with patients to meet dietary needs and ensure comfort during meals.

Role requires strong customer service, teamwork, and a commitment to therapeutic accuracy. Schedule includes variable hours across days, with opportunities for growth in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service and communication abilities.
• Ability to work as part of a care team to support patient needs.
• Willingness to learn resources to maintain therapeutic diet accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Deliver therapeutically correct meal items per diet orders.
• Answer room service calls and use room service software accurately.
• Assist patients with meal service while respecting dietary restrictions.
• Monitor for drug-nutrient interactions and allergies, and coordinate with dietitians.
• Communicate care needs withDietitians, food service, and other staff.
• Provide outstanding service to enhance patient satisfaction.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Listening skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Elliot Health System in New Hampshire seeks a Nutrition Assistant to implement patient diet orders accurately and support meal service while collaborating with Clinical Dietitians and food service staff. You will engage with patients to meet dietary needs and ensure comfort during meals.

Role requires strong customer service, teamwork, and a commitment to therapeutic accuracy. Schedule includes variable hours across days, with opportunities for growth in a hospital setting.