Dietary Unit Clerk (Per Diem, Days)

Job Description

DIETARY UNIT CLERK (PER DIEM, DAYS)

Req #: 235744 Department: UW MEDICAL CENTER - MONTLAKE - PATIENT NUTRITION Job Location: UW Medical Center - Montlake Posting Date: 07/05/2024 Closing Info: Closes On 07/19/2024 Salary: $20.37 - $25.86 per hour Other Compensation: Union Position: Yes Shift: First Shift Benefits: As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, click here. UW Medical Center - Montlake has an outstanding opportunity for a DIETARY UNIT CLERK .
WORK SCHEDULE

Per Diem, Days
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
Processes all patient menus, including those for the tray line and room service program. She/he coordinates food production according to established menus, answers telephone calls from patients and clinical staff, and prepares records and reports.
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
The Patient Nutrition department supports UWMC's mission by delivering extraordinary experiences with compassionate evidence-based care, unforgettable customer service, and fresh and nutritious food for patients, families, and the greater community.
Our vision is to create a supportive and empowering work place for all, provide unparalleled experiences for our customers and patients, and improve the quality of life and health of the public.
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Receives and processes diet information such as dietary needs, restrictions, and preferences from patients and from the units, including diet changes

Assists patients in selecting food choices as directed by clinical nutrition protocols

Meets/speaks with patients to understand preferences and special needs

Receives and processes diet orders via computer or telephone

Updates diet information, preferences, and orders in computerized kardex.

Generates tally guide for tray-line production staff at specified times

Communicates any additions to the production staff throughout the day

Checks tray-line for accuracy and appearance of patient meals, as needed

Answers questions and gives direction to department staff regarding patient meal production and delivery

Answers telephone calls from patients and clinical staff
REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Possession of, or eligible to obtain a Washington State Food Worker Card within two weeks of employment, high school graduation or GED, and one year of experience as a Dietary Unit Aide in a health care facility or equivalent. One year of additional experience may substitute for the educational requirement.
ABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER-MONTLAKE
UW Medical Center is an acute care academic medical center located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest. As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in seven specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances.
The UW Medical Center-Montlake campus is located on the edge of the beautiful UW campus which includes many amenities available to our staff as well as very convenient public transit options including the Sound Transit’s light rail station across the street.
Excellence. Exploration. Education. Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.
UW Medicine – Where your Impact Goes Further
UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals.

All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.

Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.

The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [email protected] .

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law .

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