POSITION SUMMARY

The Patient Dining Associate is responsible for processing all patient menus and diet orders according to department procedures.  This position ensures that all patient food service requests are processed promptly and that menus prepared for patients are individualized to specific diets.

This position supports organizational goals by providing quality customer service, participating in performance improvement efforts and demonstrating a commitment to team work and cooperation.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION:  High school diploma or equivalent required.  Ability to read, write and communicate in English is required.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION: N/A

EXPERIENCE:  Prior experience in healthcare foodservice is preferred.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

Demonstrates the technical competencies as established on the Assessment and Evaluation Tool.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Potential for exposure to blood borne pathogens along with infectious diseases. Exposure to wet, humid hot and /or cold conditions, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, extreme cold and extreme heat.

Requires frequent standing and stooping, as well as pushing and lifting moderately heavy to heavy things.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, push and pull food delivery carts, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.

The essential functions for this position are listed on the Assessment and Evaluation Tool.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP

This position reports to department leadership.

The above statement reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the principle functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the position.