Dietary Aide / Prep - PT

Insight Institute of Neuroscience & Neurosurgery (IINN) aims to advance, challenge, and revolutionize neurosciences and medicine through scientific research and advanced technology, driven by a passion to help others regardless of any obstacles and challenges that may lie ahead. Our integrated team of medical professionals does so through creative, innovative techniques and care principles developed because of our continuous pursuit to improve the field of medicine. Our integrated team works together to find solutions to both common and complex medical concerns to ensure more powerful, reliable results. Having multiple specialties “under one roof” Insight achieves its purpose in providing a comprehensive, collaborative approach to neuromusculoskeletal care and rehabilitation to ensure optimal results. Our singular focus is Patient Care Second to None!
Insight Surgical Hospital is a small, friendly and minimally invasive surgical center and clinic with patient services second to none! We are proud of our fast-paced, patient-focused, team-oriented environment with professionals in neurology, orthopedics, pain management, chiropractic, gastroenterology, podiatry specialties and more. Every member of our team is crucial to the patient experience and our success! Our Hospital and Clinic do not treat general illnesses, including COVID-19, and has required health safety measures in place for everyone prior to entering the facility, including temperature and symptom checks, required PPE and other health hygiene measures.

Job Summary:
Our approachable, personable and proactive Dietary Aide/Prep helps support our patients and staff members through positive customer relations activities. The Dietary Aide/Prep will serve, prepare and deliver food as needed in a high quality manner for the associated morning, afternoon or evening meal. The Dietary Aide/Prep will also ensure that the Kitchen and Cafeteria remains stocked and clean at all times to comply with company and HACCP standards. Additionally, this person will assist in preparing food items to be cooked which include, but are not limited to vegetables, fruit, meats, etc. Desired candidates are approachable, organized, respectful and detail oriented to ensure staff and patient needs are exceeded. Benefits for our Part-Time Team Members:

• Paid time off, including vacation, holiday, and sick leave
• 4 hours of Floating Holiday
• 401K with Matching; offerings vested fully at 3 months of employment paired with eligibility to contribute

Duties:

• Serves food and cashiers throughout breakfast and lunch services
• Assists with the preparation of food trays for patient meal service in accordance with diet order and allergies
• Delivers patient food in a high quality and friendly manner
• Ensures food and supplies are stored properly upon delivery
• Maintains stock and cleanliness of the serving line, salad bar, counters, refrigerator, tables and chairs in cafeteria
• Pulls clean dish racks from the dishwashing machines and store dishes in appropriate areas
• Adheres to HACCP standards and health departments regulations
• Upholds safety and sanitation for both the kitchen and storage areas
• Assists with the preparation of birthday parties and other catered events as needed
• Establishes and maintains positive customer relations
• Preps for Breakfasts and Lunches for the following day
• Chops and cuts food items for current and followings days
• Follows menu/cook’s instructions to adhere to the Patient Menu
• Prepares patient meals according to patient’s diet
• Prepares sandwiches, salads, and fruit for refrigerator case
• Updates supervisor in regard to unstocked items, etc in a timely manner
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Demonstrates eligibility to work for any employer in the .
• High school diploma, GED, or suitable equivalent
• One year experience in a health care dietary setting preferred but not required
• General knowledge of quantity, food preparation and serving
• Previous Aide and Preparatory experience is strongly preferred
• Demonstrated skills in verbal and written English communications for safe and effective patient care and to meet documentation standards
• Is aware of professional dietary standards of practice and performs in accordance with them
• Willingness to participate in goal-setting and educational activities for own professional advancement and that of others
• Exudes respect and flexibility to impact the workplace in a positive manner
• Able to remain on task and work both dependently and independently to efficiently accomplish team goals
• Able to coordinate effectively with hospital staff to be a team player and promote teamwork
• Has experience exhibiting customer services skills in order to provide the highest level of patient care
• Displays an interest in creating a positive and welcoming environment