Dietary Associate-Food Service-Mount Sinai Hospital-Part Time, Days, Weekends and Holidays

Under the direction of the Patient Services Manager, the Dietary Associate is responsible for diet office functions including printing, organizing, and sorting patient menus by nursing units. The associate updates diet changes and missed meals prior to each meal, maintains dialogue with Clinical Dietitians regarding patients’ special dietary preferences and requirements, and monitors the TDS/CBORD interface to enter and review patient data for quality improvement and patient satisfaction. Responsibilities Review patient census information and act as the liaison to CTS for meal setup. Obtain changes in patient diet and room status as needed; communicate effectively with unit staff regarding changes and print menu changes organized by nursing unit. Print daily patient menus for all nursing units not on TDS & CBORD or not participating in PCD. Organize printed menus by nursing unit prior to delivery. Distribute all printed menus to nursing units. Enter patient meal preferences using the bedside menu entry system; information entered via a handheld Palm device. Deliver the food truck to units and trays to patient beds. Retrieve soiled trays from patient beds and return the food truck to the kitchen. Keep menu tallies and totals. Insert new menus and pull discharges. Check and restock floor supplies. Maintain communication with Clinical Dietitians regarding patients and special orders. Answer phones promptly and courteously, recording calls on the Diet Office log as necessary. Remain available to patients at meal times to ensure satisfaction and correct orders. Maintain a safe, clean, and functional work environment. Maintain a professional appearance and courteous communication using good guest relations skills. Maintain patient confidentiality as required by MSMC. Perform any other duties as assigned by management. Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent required. Some college and/or higher academic standing preferred. Equal Opportunity Employer The Mount Sinai Health System is an equal opportunity employer, complying with all applicable federal civil rights laws. We do not discriminate, exclude, or treat individuals differently based on race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are deeply committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, students, trainees, patients, visitors, and the communities we serve feel respected and supported. Compensation The salary range for this role is $25.69 - $27.60 per hour. Actual salaries depend on experience, education, and operational need. The listed rate does not include bonuses, incentives, differential pay, or other compensation or benefits. #J-18808-Ljbffr Mount Sinai Health System