Nutrition Assistant
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Tacoma, WA, US
Company:
MultiCare is Washington state's largest community-based, locally governed health system providing extensive health care services.
Summary:
The Nutrition Assistant provides optimal nutrition care and ensures excellent nutritional experiences for patients and visitors. Applicants need a high school diploma and relevant experience in food service and patient care.
Requirements:
Credentials: High school graduate or equivalent, Two-year degree in Nutrition preferred
Experience: Minimum one (1) year food service experience, Minimum one (1) year of experience in a direct patient care setting preferred, Minimum six (6) months experience in a customer service-oriented position preferred
Job Description:
The Nutrition Assistant is a collaborative opportunity on our Nutrition Services team. In this role, you will ensure MultiCare patients, families and visitors have the best possible nutritional health care experiences.
Responsibilities
- You will collaborate as a team member with Nursing staff, Doctors, Clinical Dietitians, Dietetic Technicians, and other department staff to provide optimal nutrition care for patients
- You will perform a variety of consistent and routine functions from processing meals, menu modification to tray accuracy
- You will provide outstanding customer service in support of our organizational values while serving a diverse population
Requirements
- High school graduate or equivalent
- Two-year degree in Nutrition preferred
- Minimum one (1) year food service experience
- Minimum one (1) year of experience in a direct patient care setting preferred
- Minimum six (6) months experience in a customer service-oriented position preferred
- Washington State Food Handler's Card
