Dietary Tech FT McAllen
UHS
Summary
Communicates with food vendors to maintain efficiency and ensures dietary supply area PAR levels are maintained. Must maintain cleanliness of and restocking of dry storage and cooler/freezer(s). Daily performs routine data entry, supply distribution and clerical support tasks that require previous knowledge of department or hospital procedures.
Job description
Position Summary
Communicates with food vendors to maintain efficiency and ensures dietary supply area PAR levels are maintained. Must maintain cleanliness of and restocking of dry storage and cooler/freezer(s). Daily performs routine data entry, supply distribution and clerical support tasks that require previous knowledge of department or hospital procedures.
Under supervision, performs a variety of manual tasks related to the management of food and paper supply inventories in dietary. Uses a computer and applicable software to prepare and submit orders. Also uses a computer to maintain records, replenishes stock, and plans for future use requirements based on orders, production schedules and forecasts. May perform receiving, stocking, distributing, and packing in addition to inventory control.
On occasion it will be necessary to work weekends, holidays, evenings, nights, overtime, and/or on an on-call status.
Qualifications
- Familiar with basic inventory control standards, record keeping, and documentation requirements.
- Fundamental knowledge of aseptic technique and/or food handler certification.
- Typical incumbent has 9-12 months relevant experience working with food and other food service materials.
- Typical incumbent has basic knowledge of Universal Precautions and Aseptic Technique.
- Ability to work independently (self-starter), quickly, accurately and efficiently under tight deadlines, heavy workloads and in the presence of customers while producing desired results.
- Math and analytical skills to add, subtract, multiply and divide to count inventory, perform measurements, and calculate total work order times.
- Must demonstrate commitment and adherence to STHS's Compliance Program and Code of Conduct.
Education / Licensure
- High School diploma, GED, or Higher Education required.
- Basic computer skills preferred.
- Certified by the City of McAllen or Edinburg (depending on facility employed) or accredited by the State of Texas and ANSI as a food handler.
Requirements
- Familiar with basic inventory control standards, record keeping, and documentation requirements
- Fundamental knowledge of aseptic technique and/or food handler certification
- 9-12 months relevant experience working with food and other food service materials
- Basic knowledge of Universal Precautions and Aseptic Technique
- Ability to work independently, quickly, accurately and efficiently under tight deadlines
- Math and analytical skills for inventory counting and measurements
- High School diploma, GED, or Higher Education required
- Certified as a food handler by the City of McAllen or Edinburg or accredited by the State of Texas and ANSI
- Basic computer skills preferred
Company overview
Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, operating as a Fortune 300 corporation headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1979, UHS has grown into a major healthcare enterprise with approximately 99,000 employees and annual revenues exceeding $14 billion. The company operates through its subsidiaries, managing 29 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, and 60 outpatient and other facilities across 39 U.S. states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. UHS provides comprehensive healthcare services including acute care, behavioral health treatment, cancer centers, and ambulatory surgical centers. The company's strategy focuses on building or acquiring high-quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets and investing in advanced medical equipment and skilled personnel to become the leading healthcare provider in each community it serves. UHS is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: UHS) and has established a strong reputation for delivering compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining financial stability and operational excellence.