Nutritional Services Assistant

2 weeks ago


Charleston, West Virginia, United States Charleston Area Medical Center Full time
Position Overview

The Nutritional Services Assistant plays a vital role in supporting the culinary needs of patients, staff, and visitors by assisting in the preparation and delivery of tailored meal options.

Key Responsibilities
  • Aid in the preparation and distribution of meals to patients, staff, and visitors.
  • Implement portion control techniques effectively.
  • Ensure a clean and safe working environment.
  • Provide orientation and training to new team members as required.
  • Engage in ongoing educational programs and apply relevant procedures and techniques.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

For positions involving direct patient interaction, it is essential for the employee to acquire and demonstrate the necessary knowledge and skills to provide appropriate care based on the developmental stages of the patients served.

Specifically, the employee should exhibit proficiency in: 1) gathering and interpreting information to meet patient needs; 2) understanding growth and development; and 3) recognizing the spectrum of care required by patients.


Competency Requirements

Employees must demonstrate their competency through an initial orientation and ongoing validation to independently execute tasks and additional responsibilities as outlined in the job description and the specific competency checklist for the unit or department.


General Duties and Responsibilities
  1. Maintain and document all necessary educational requirements.
  2. Exhibit positive customer service and foster good relations with colleagues.
  3. Adhere to the organization's attendance policies.
  4. Participate in continuous quality improvement initiatives within the department and organization.
  5. Conduct work in a cost-effective manner.
  6. Follow all departmental pay practices and scheduling policies, including overtime and shift work.
  7. Align work with the overall mission and strategic objectives of the organization.
  8. Comply with organizational and departmental policies and procedures.
  9. Perform additional duties as assigned.

Educational Requirements
  • No High School Diploma and/or No GED (Required)

Minimum Education:
Eighth-grade education with the ability to read and write.

Experience:
None required.

Credentials
  • Food Handlers Card (Required) to be obtained within 30 days of hire.

Work Schedule:
Varies

Status:
Full-Time Regular 1.0

Location:
Charleston Area Medical Center

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