Dietary Aide

About the job

As a Dietary Aide (Patient Services Ambassador) at St. Luke's Hospital in New Bedford, MA, you'll contribute to patient satisfaction by supporting meal selection, delivery, and nutrition information for hospital patients. The focus is on community health, teamwork, and ensuring dietary services align with patient needs and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Guide patients in meal selection according to dietary restrictions.
• Update and correct menus with patients, using provided menu correction guidelines.
• Input patient food preferences into service software and use the EPIC platform as needed.
• Describe ingredients and features of menu items accurately.
• Adhere to all safety, regulatory, and workplace standards.
• Perform other reasonable duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Vaccine compliance for influenza and COVID-19 (with exemptions available).

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including retirement plan with match.
• Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs.
• Tuition assistance and loan forgiveness programs.
• Earned Time Off package and professional growth opportunities.

Location

• St. Luke’s Hospital, New Bedford, Massachusetts. Day and evening shifts with weekend/holiday rotations.

Healthcare · 5000-10,000

Southcoast Health System, Inc. is a not-for-profit healthcare organization serving southeastern Massachusetts and parts of Rhode Island. Established in 1996, it operates three main hospitals: Charlton Memorial Hospital in Fall River, St. Luke's Hospital in New Bedford, and Tobey Hospital in Wareham. The system offers a comprehensive range of services, including primary and specialty care, urgent care, and advanced surgical procedures. With a commitment to quality and patient-centered care, Southcoast Health employs over 7,500 staff members dedicated to improving community health.