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Shifts Available: Days Employment Type: Per diem (PD / PRN) Hours: 8-hour shifts Location: St. Mary's Medical Center – Kansas City, MO We are seeking a Diet Clerk, sometimes referred to as Nutrition Clerk or Dietary Clerk. Under the direction of the dietitian, the Diet Clerk performs clinical support tasks related to reviewing and approving therapeutic menu selections.
The Diet Clerk will also ensure patient trays are accurate and served at appropriate temperatures. This position is on a per diem basis, meaning PD/PRN as needed. Responsibilities If you have experience working with modified diets in a healthcare setting you are encouraged to apply!
Review and update physician diet orders in the hospital’s EHR to ensure each patient receives meals matching their prescribed diet Assist patients with menu selections, print and distribute menus, and make substitutions when necessary Communicate diet change, allergy, and preference between nursing units, dietitians, and kitchen staff Enter and maintain meal orders, admissions, and discharges in the dietary computer system to keep records accurate Ensure diet accuracy, follow food safety standards, and support quality checks within the nutrition department Qualifications AA degree in Food Science/Nutrition preferred.
One (1) year of healthcare experience working with modified diets preferred County Specific requirement. County Specific Food Handlers certification required upon hire and maintained current Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare: Competitive compensation Medical insurance benefit plan 401K Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/ #LI-TK1 Employment Status Per Diem Shift Days Equal Employment Opportunity Company is an equal employment opportunity employer.
Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.
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Review and update physician diet orders in the hospital’s EHR to ensure each patient receives meals matching their prescribed diet