We are seeking aDietClerk,sometimes referred to asNutritionClerk or DietaryClerk.Under the direction of the dietitian, the Diet Clerk performs clinical support tasks related to reviewing and approving therapeutic menu selections.The Diet Clerk willalso ensure patient trays areaccurateand served atappropriate temperatures.This position is on a per diem basis, meaningPD/PRNas needed.ShiftsAvailable: VariableEmployment Type:Per diemHours:8-hour shiftsLocation: Dallas RegionalMedical Center - Mesquite, TXHere are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:Competitive compensationMedical insurance benefit plan401KSick leave accrualEssential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):Review and update physician diet orders in the hospital’s EHR to ensure each patient receives meals matching their prescribed dietAssistpatients with menu selections, print and distribute menus, and make substitutions when necessaryCommunicate diet change, allergy, and preference between nursing units, dietitians, and kitchen staffEnter andmaintainmeal orders, admissions, and discharges in the dietary computer system to keep recordsaccurateEnsure diet accuracy, follow food safety standards, and support quality checks within the nutrition departmentBefore we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have: AA degree in Food Science/Nutrition preferred.One (1) year of healthcare experience working with modified diets preferred.County Specific requirement.County Specific Food Handlers certification required upon hire and maintained currentFull benefits at Prime Healthcare:https:www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf#LI-MM5
Job Title
Diet Clerk