Nutrition Assistant/Tech, Per Diem
 Salem Hospital | |
 United States, Massachusetts, Salem | |
| 81 Highland Avenue (Show on map) | |
 May 14, 2025 | |
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Summary
Under the supervision of the Clinical Nutrition Manager, the Nutrition Assistant performs various clerical duties relating to food production control, nutrition service, and customer service. Essential Functions -Facilitates workflow in the Food and Nutrition Services Department. -Accesses H.I.S. computer system and performs many nutrition-related functions (census sheets, interface, etc.). -Updates the orders in HealthTouch Diet Office System, enters diet orders and menus, and prints tray tickets prior to meal time. -Picks up menus and assists patients with selections as needed on a limited number of floors. -Answers the telephones and takes messages or transfers calls to the appropriate person. -Record all requests for late meal trays, supplies, supplements, etc., in the phone logbook. -Prints nourishment sheets, labels, and other daily reports. -Prints daily food tallies and distributes them to the appropriate kitchen prep areas. -Makes all necessary changes to the HealthTouch Diet Office System when new diets come through the printer. -Prints menus to be passed out for the following day. -Assists in training new employees on the HealthTouch Diet Office System. -Uses the nutrition office communication book to identify and inform other co-workers of pertinent issues. -Maintains pertinent records. Required for All Jobs Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all policies and standards Does this position require Patient Care (indirect/direct)? Yes Education Strong verbal communication, reading, and writing abilities required. Be able to interact with patients and staff congenially. Proficient in basic mathematical skills. Physical Requirements North Shore Medical Center, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. | |