Diet Clerk serves meals to patients and assists in various processes related to the preparation and delivery of meals. Sets up trays and utensils according to patient requirements. Being a Diet Clerk assists with food preparation tasks. Completes general cleaning, maintenance, and sanitation of work area. Additionally, Diet Clerk typically requires a high school diploma. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Diet Clerk possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. Works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Job Type:
RegularScheduled Hours:
20Work Shift:
Day (United States of America)Under the supervision of the Patient Services Manager, performs a variety of tasks associated with ensuring that the patients receive meals and nourishment in accordance with the physician diet order. Supports the activities of the Registered Dietitian through careful coordination and execution of tasks such as calorie count, nourishment set up and provision of appetite and intake. Functions as a member of the Clinical Nutrition and patient services team and maintains a positive relationship with all department members, allied health care team members, patients, and families.Job Description:
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: High School degree preferred
Licensure, Certification, Registration: None required.
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:
Proficient in basic 4-function math.
Demonstrates proficiency in speaking and writing in English.
Demonstrates proficiency in oral and written communication.
Requires the ability to move within and between patient care units and food preparation areas.
Requires vision/color and manual dexterity for checking patient menus entering data into computer, identifying special diets and codes by color, and manipulating menus and paperwork.
Knowledge of relevant precautions for applicable infectious disease.
Telephone skills / Customer service skills
In the absence of certain of these skills, demonstrates the ability to be thoroughly trained to meet organizational requirements.
Experience: A minimum of one (1) year hospital or nursing home food service is preferred.
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt