Nutrition Care Partner-Per Diem
MaineGeneral Health System
Summary
We are offering an exciting per diem opportunity for an individual on our team for a Nutrition Care Partner at the Alfond Center for Health Cafeteria in Augusta! This position is per diem or as needed, with shifts primarily in the evenings and weekends. This is a great opportunity for a part-time position or a source for supplemental income!
Job description
Job Description Summary
We are offering an exciting per diem opportunity for an individual on our team for a Nutrition Care Partner at the Alfond Center for Health Cafeteria in Augusta! This position is per diem or as needed, with shifts primarily in the evenings and weekends. This is a great opportunity for a part-time position or a source for supplemental income!
Responsibilities
- Meets with patients, Dietitians and other personnel as needed concerning patient nutrition needs.
- Assists patients with meal selections, either by phone or at bedside. Reviews menus and corrects selections with patient to comply with current diet order.
- Processes new diets and changes, examines diet orders/requests received, and records information as needed for patient care.
- Checks trays and snacks for accuracy, temperature and appearance. Assures delivery of meals within designated time frame.
- Identifies patient by full name and date of birth before taking meal order and upon delivery of meals.
- Maintains call center records, reports and files as required.
The ideal candidate will have
- Strong customer service skills
- 3 years or more experience in a food service environment, preferred
- Diet Knowledge preferred
- Experience in using a phone system
- Strong oral communication skills
- Proficiency in a suite of Microsoft Office applications
Requirements
- Strong customer service skills
- 3 years or more experience in a food service environment, preferred
- Diet Knowledge preferred
- Experience in using a phone system
- Strong oral communication skills
- Proficiency in a suite of Microsoft Office applications
Benefits
- Wellness Programs
- Employee Assistance Program
- Payactiv
- 403(b) Matching
- 401(a) Retirement Plan
- Career Development Programs
Company overview
MaineGeneral Health System is Maine's third largest healthcare system, serving the greater Kennebec Valley region with comprehensive medical services. Founded in 1997 and headquartered in Augusta, Maine, the organization employs approximately 5,000 healthcare professionals across Central Maine. As a leading community healthcare provider, MaineGeneral operates multiple medical facilities including the Alfond Center for Health in Augusta and the Thayer Center for Health in Waterville. The system offers a wide range of specialized services including orthopedics, cancer care, women's health, primary care, surgical services, emergency medicine, and rehabilitation. With an annual revenue of approximately $675 million, MaineGeneral is committed to clinical excellence, patient satisfaction, and community health improvement. The organization's mission focuses on enhancing the health of local residents through accessible, high-quality care while maintaining financial stability and operational efficiency. MaineGeneral Health plays a vital role in Maine's healthcare landscape, providing essential medical services to a diverse patient population across multiple counties.