Diet Menu Processor

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Shift and status : Part time, 6 : 00 2 : 30 , 10 : 00 6 : 30 , 3 : 30 -7 : 30 ., and variable weekends.

Job Summary

Reporting directly to the Nutrition Services Supervisor, responsible for all aspects of patient meal ordering including receiving patient calls, inputting menu selections into department software, ensuring compliance to dietary restrictions and attention to patient specific needs and concerns.

Generate reports related to patient meal service. Assemble and coordinate distribution of patient nourishment and tube feedings.

Expedite delivery of supplies to other departments. Assist with patient meal service functions. Knowledge and application of safe food handling practices.

Communicate effectively. Provide excellent patient and family centered care and service.

Essential Functions

• Manage large amounts of incoming patient calls in a timely manner.
• Promptly and accurately enter patient meal orders into department software.
• Ensure compliance to dietary restrictions including modified diets, allergies, isolation requirements, and safety tray requirements.
• Input patient preferences, clinical staff notes, and other pertinent information into patient records.
• Ensure patient satisfaction by responding appropriately and timely to patient requests and concerns.
• Print tray tickets and prepare patient menus for distribution.
• Generate reports including but not limited to diet census, isolation trays, missed meal reports, and production reports.
• Assemble and coordinate distribution of patient nourishments and tube feedings.
• Receive requisitions and expedite delivery of department supplies and floor stock to other departments.
• Assist with patient meal service functions.
• Maintains, cleans, and sanitizes equipment and work area according to established standards for safety and sanitation.

Collects and disposes of trash in work area.

Applies principles of safe food handling during storage, assembly, production, and service. Records food and equipment temperatures as required.

Properly labels and dates products. Monitors expiration dates and disposes of outdated product.

• Communicate effectively within department and with all hospital departments, patients, and staff.
• Actively participates in safety initiatives and risk mitigating measures where appropriate and completes all position and unit safety related competencies and requirements on a timely basis.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

How Corewell Health Cares for you

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work / life balance goals. Learn more .
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings

Qualifications

Required

• Must be able to read, write, speak, and communicate effectively in English.
• Ability to function in a physically demanding fast paced environment for extended periods of time.
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn proper lifting techniques and safety precautions.
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn proper use and storage of potentially hazardous cleaning products.
• Strong phone etiquette skills and customer service focus
• Proficient in computer software and strong technical skills
• Must be able to prioritize and multi-task and stay focused in a busy environment.

Preferred

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Food service experience
• Call center experience.

About Corewell Health

As a team member at Corewell Health, you will play an essential role in delivering personalized health care to our patients, members, and our communities.

We are committed to cultivating and investing in YOU. Our top-notch teams are comprised of collaborators, leaders and innovators that continue to build on one shared mission statement - to improve health, instill humanity and inspire hope.

Join a nationally recognized health system with an ambitious vision of continued advancement and excellence.

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Primary Location

SITE - Taylor Hospital - 10000 Telegraph - Taylor

Department Name

Nutrition Services - Taylor

Employment Type

Part time

Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

Hours of Work

6 : 00 2 : 30 , 10 : 00 6 : 30 , 3 : 30 -7 : 30

Days Worked

Monday to Friday

Weekend Frequency

Every other weekend

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An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization.

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We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

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