Elliot Health System - Nutrition Assistant - Nutrition Services - Per Diem
Manchester, New Hampshire
About the Job:
The Nutrition Assistant is responsible for implementing patient diet orders in a therapeutically accurate manner while enhancing patient satisfaction with meal service. The Nutrition Assistant would work with Clinical Dietitians and other food service staff as needed to accomplish successful fulfillment of patient dietary needs.
What You’ll Do:
- Utilize all tools and resources to provide therapeutically correct meal items for patients.
- Answer room service telephone calls and utilize room service software in an accurate and efficient manner.
- Identify patients needing assistance and patients who are unable to participate in room service, provide the appropriate assistance to enable these patients to meet food preferences within the constraints of their diet orders.
- Monitor and implement appropriate interventions for patients with potential drug nutrient interactions, and for patients with food allergies as well as patients on insulin.
- Communicate effectively with Dietitians, staff in food service, and staff in other parts of the organization, regarding patient care needs.
- Provide outstanding customer service, resulting in a high level of patient satisfaction.
Who You Are:
- Understands of the needs of diverse patients of different ages and backgrounds.
- Is able to learn and implement resources for maintaining therapeutic accuracy of diet order.
- Can provide care that is appropriate to each patient’s needs.
- Can work successfully as a team member, focusing on positive outcomes for patients, co-workers, and the organization.
- Exhibits excellent listening skills and customer service skills.
Qualifications:
- Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- Experience: Preferred but not required.
Why You’ll Love Us:
- Health, dental, prescription, and vision coverage for full-time & part-time employees
- Short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage
- Competitive pay and earned time accrual plan
- Tuition Reimbursement and career advancement opportunities
- 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
- Supplemental benefits, including access to the Welliot Health Center
- And more!
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Work Schedule: Per Diem: Variable Shifts, EOW, Holidays
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Career Development
The Elliot is committed to working with you to develop a rewarding career path that provides many opportunities for learning and growth.
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Living & Working in NH
NH is an economically strong region with a low cost of living, including no state sales or income tax, outstanding schools, and safe and vibrant communities in which to raise a family. We are located less than one hour from Boston, the Seacoast, and the White Mountains. The area is not only known for the premier medical and clinical excellence available but also for vast recreational opportunities for every lifestyle.
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Benefits
As an employee at Elliot Health System you are a valued member of a team that makes a higher level of care happen every day. We believe that you deserve the most affordable and comprehensive benefits we can provide. Please view our comprehensive list of benefits below.
