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PeaceHealth is seeking a Diet Representative - Patient Services for a Full-Time, 1.00 FTE, Day position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $20.53 – $30.86 The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.

This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. There may be more than one opening on this posting.

Are you looking for fulfilment in your work? Do you have a passion for serving others and healing through food in the healthcare industry? PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center may be the place for you! Come join our amazing team while working a condensed work week schedule that encourages work-life balance.

• We are seeking Diet Representatives for various 10-hour shifts. Compensation starts at **$20.53-$30.86 per hour** , depending on experience.

• Full and part time positions earn generous paid time off, shift differential pay for evenings, comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, free meal allowance, career development, advancement opportunities, and tuition reimbursement to support continuing education.

• PeaceHealth has been voted one of the Top 150 Places to Work in Healthcare, and the number one Healthiest Employer in Washington.

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for providing excellent customer service to patients.

• Distribute menus and assist patients at bedside with meal selection as needed.

• Enter meal orders using a hand-held device with approved diet software.

• Assist with patient meal tray assembly and serve meals to patients at scheduled times.

• Collaborate with Registered Dietitians, nursing staff, and culinary team to optimize diet order compliance and patient satisfaction.

• Ensure that food and meal items provided by the department meet prescribed diet orders, food allergies/intolerances, and/or special dietary instructions or restrictions. _Specialized on the job training will be provided!_

• Maintain patient pantry supplies and document usage daily.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Must be over 18 years old. High School diploma or equivalent preferred.

• Washington State Food Handler Card is required.

• Must be able to read, write and communicate effectively in English.

• Strong customer service skills.

• Ability to work well with others.

• Work requires moderate physical exertion at least 66% of the time.

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