Job Title: Assistant, Nutrition

Company : Kaiser Permanente

Job Overview

Description Job SummaryUnder the guidance/supervision of the Department Manager or Supervisor, perform essential clerical duties for clinical nutrition care and food service.

Maintain records and reports.

Collects, maintains and communicates data relative to patients dietary requirements.

Ensures menu selections are in compliance with prescribed diet order, nutritional adequacy, age, cultural background and religious practice.Essential ResponsibilitiesGather patient menus, obtain food preference, clarify food allergy and other information pertinent to the nutrition of the patient.

Communicate such data to health professionals verbally and record information in the computerized diet office system.Assist clinical dietitian in modifying menus to meet the needs of individual patients and diet prescriptions.Daily use of computerized diet office system.Monitorcalculated calorie, sodium, and fat controlled patient selectionsaccording to standards and procedures.After all resources are exhaustedset up patient trays according to menus withestablish procedures.

Deliver patient meal trays and supplements to nursing units, remove dirty trays and supplies.Monitor the quality of the food to meet and/or exceed the standard of the department guidelines for taste, appearance, temperature, quality, and timeliness of preparation.Responsible to ensure no tray should leave the kitchen unless the order has been accurately filled.Answer telephone and faxes, receiving and distributing messages to appropriate members of the department or organization.Maintain sanitary standards in kitchen area designated for patient food service and apply proper food handling principles and techniques to maintain standards of food quality and comply with department policies.

Keep diet office neat and orderly.Assist supervisor or leadperson in gathering Quality Assurance data.Notify the appropriate person or follow current SMC Policy and Procedures for equipment needing repair or maintenance.Submit request for orders to the appropriate person for office supplies, menus and forms according to usage.Observe and maintain current knowledge of policies and procedures of department and facility.Perform other duties as determined by supervisor or leadperson that is directly related to job descriptions.

Basic QualificationsExperienceMinimum two (2) years dietary related experience in an acute care or skilled nursing facility or a degree in a Food or Nutrition related field from an accredited program (to be verified upon hire).Per the National Agreement, current KP Coalition employees have this experience requirement waived.EducationHigh School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.License, Certification, RegistrationCertified Food Handler (in the state where care is provided)Additional RequirementsEffective oral and written English language communication skills.General knowledge of special diets and nutrition therapy.Demonstrated customer-focused service skills.Demonstrated adaptability to changes in work environment and related assignments.Demonstrated effective time management skills.Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate, problem-solve, and negotiate with multiple levels of staff and patients.Functions well in a self directed team environment.Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.Preferred QualificationsExperience in a Room Service environment.Operation of standard kitchen appliances.PC Proficiency.Medical Terminology.Call Center.Answering general phones and office clerical duties.Bachelors degree in Food or Nutrition OR Associates degree in Dietary Technician OR Certified Dietetic Manager, or related degree from an accredited university.NotesRotating start times 11am or 330pm Primary Location Oregon,Clackamas,Kaiser Sunnyside Medical Center Scheduled Weekly Hours 1 Shift Evening Workdays Sun, Mon, Tue Working Hours Start 0330 PM Working Hours End 0730 PM Job Schedule Call-in/On-Call Job Type Standard Employee Status Regular Employee Group/Union Affiliation W06SEIULocal 49 Job Level Individual Contributor Department Sunnyside Medical Center - Food Preparation - 1001 Pay Range $21.5 - $24.02 / hour The ranges posted above reflect the location in the job posting.

The salary range may vary if you reside in a different location or state than the location posted.

Travel No At Kaiser Permanente, equity, inclusion and diversity are inextricably linked to our mission, and we aim to make it a part of everything we do.

We know that having a diverse and inclusive workforce makes Kaiser Permanente a better place to receive health care, a more supportive partner in our communities we serve, and a more fulfilling place to work.

Working at Kaiser Permanente means that you agree to and abide by our commitment to equity and our expectation that we all work together to create an inclusive work environment focused on a sense of belonging and wellbeing.

Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.

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Location: Clackamas , OR

Job Type : Full Time

Created : 2024-04-20