DIET AIDE

Come join this collaborative and innovated team.  At Integritus Healthcare /Name of Affiliate you will enjoy WEEKLY pay, generous time off, exceptional health insurance and the ability to grow in your career.  

Ready to love  working again and be proud of where you work? Do you want to be valued and have an opportunity to make a meaningful impact? If you answered ‘yes,’ we can’t wait to introduce you to our team of dedicated, caring professionals.

Join one of the largest post-acute health care systems across Massachusetts, committed to fulfilling the health and residential needs of the population in the communities we serve.

Why choose Integritus Healthcare – Linda Manor Extended Care:

• Competitive Compensation
• Employee Satisfaction
• Growth and Career Advancement
• Cookouts and Luncheon’s
• Culture of Respect and Empowerment

• Celebrating Individuality
• Recognizing Excellence

Benefits include but not limited to:

• Paid time off (vacation, sick, holiday)
• Medical Insurance
• FSA
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Long-term disability Insurance
• HRA
• 401(k)

From short term rehab and recovery to long term skilled nursing care, hospice services, restorative care, and even respite care, we are by your side. Name of your nursing home, has been caring for area families since 1989, providing top-quality skilled nursing care for short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. We focus on maximizing patient recovery, comfort, and independence for the highest possible quality of life. From post-surgery and post-hospital rehabilitation to long-term care for a chronic illness, our highly skilled care teams provide compassionate attention and specialized care every step of the way.

Summary:
The Dietary Aide provides assistance in all dietary functions as directed/instructed and in
accordance with established dietary policies and procedures.

Essential Job Functions:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions.
• Work with the facility's dietitian as necessary and implement recommended changes as
required.
• Assist in serving meals as necessary and on a timely basis.
• Serve food in accordance with established portion control procedures.
• Assist in daily or scheduled cleaning duties, in accordance with established policies and
procedures.
• Clean work tables, meat blocks, refrigerators/freezers, etc.
• Sweep and mop floors as directed.
• Carry soiled utensils, etc., to wash area.
• Return clean utensils to proper storage areas.
• Wash and clean utensils as directed.
• Carry out garbage and keep work areas clean, dry and free of hazardous equipment,
supplies, etc.
• Set up meal trays, food carts, dining room, etc., as instructed.
• Assist cook in preparing meals.
• Distribute and collect menus as necessary.
• Obtain food supplies for next meal.
• Assist in checking diet trays before distribution.
• Deliver food carts, trays, etc., to designated areas.
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• Perform dishwashing/cleaning procedures. Assure that utensils, etc., are readily available
for next meal.
• Remove food trays from carts, dining rooms, etc., and take to dishwashing area.
• Prepare and deliver snacks, etc., as instructed.
• Ensure that all dietary procedures are followed in accordance with established policies.
• Follow established Infection Control and Universal Precautions policies and procedures
when performing daily tasks.
• Ensure department is clean and safe by assuring that necessary equipment and supplies
are maintained.
• Report all hazardous conditions/equipment and accidents to supervisor immediately.
• Assist in maintaining food storage areas in a clean and properly arranged manner at all
times.
• Ensure that food and supplies for the next meal are readily available.
• Dispose of food and waste in accordance with established policies.
• Report missing/illegible labels or MSDSs to supervisor.
• Assist in food preparation for special meals for parties, etc.

Qualifications:
• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Working Conditions

While performing duties of this job the employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of resident
conditions and elements. The noise level is moderate. Must be able to detect environmental
odors, tolerate cold, heat, and will have frequent contact with water.
Moves intermittently during working hours. Is subject to frequent interruptions.
Is involved with residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc., under all
conditions and circumstances. Is subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family
members, etc. Communicates with the medical staff, nursing staff, and other department
supervisors. Works beyond normal duty hours, on weekends, and in other positions temporarily,
when necessary. Is subject to call-back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather,
evacuation, post-disaster, etc.). Attends and participates in continuing educational programs. Is
subject to injury from falls, burns, odors, etc., throughout the work day, and to reactions from
dust, disinfectants, tobacco smoke, and other air contaminants.
Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including TB and the AIDS and
Hepatitis B viruses. Maintains a liaison with other department supervisors to adequately plan for
dietary services/activities. May be subject to the handling of and exposure to hazardous
chemicals.