Job Description

Responsible for performing nutritional screens of in-patients to assess nutrition risk based on established criteria. Provides education/counseling for assigned patients on basic modified diets and regarding potential drug-food interactions, when applicable. Updates patient Cardex, as necessary. Assures that patients receive correct meals/nourishments per diet order. Confers with Dietitians and Lead Cooks for food and nutrition continuity and to optimize nutritional care. Assists in training new employees and dietetic interns. Participates in committee staff meetings, as assigned. Participates in the clinical/interdepartmental Quality Improvement. Completes month-end food service costs, as assigned. Completes clerical, and department in-services, as assigned by Department Director.

Qualifications

WHAT IS REQUIRED...

• Must hold a Bachelor of Science degree in Nutrition, or be enrolled in either an accredited Bachelor of Science in Nutrition program or an accredited Diet Technician program
• Possesses and maintains a current state certified food handlers permit

WHAT IS PREFERRED...

• Previous food service experience desired
• SERV-SAFE Certification through the National Restaurant Association

Additional Information

WAGE:    Wage range starts at $17.02/hour.  Actual wage will be based on years' of applicable experience. 

FTE:   Per Diem

UNION STATUS:  This is a Teamsters covered position.

SCHEDULE:  Must be available for variable shifts; weekdays and weekends

BENEFITS:    This position is not benefits eligible.