DIETARY AIDE

Company: Fall River Healthcare
Location: Fall River
Posted on: October 31, 2024

Job Description:

Job Overview Summary:

The Dietary Aide is responsible for performing a variety of tasks related to the preparation and serving of food, cleaning food service areas, equipment and utensils.

Note: The following duties are illustrative and not exhaustive. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Depending on assigned area of responsibility, incumbents in the position may perform some or all of the activities described below.

Functions:

• Safe and sanitary handling of food, dishes and equipment
• Prepare patient trays according to instructions/order
• Employ proper food handling techniques whether in preparation of food or setting up or serving trays
• Assist in maintaining the general cleanliness of all areas in the kitchen, including cleaning work area and equipment as assigned
• Assist in stocking food storage areas and refrigerators as assigned
• Deliver food, nourishments and supplies as assigned
• Perform duties using proper infection control techniques and using protective equipment as needed
• Contributes to an environment that is respectful, team-oriented and responsive to the concerns of co-workers, patients and families
• Participates in quality improvement activities (QAPI) as requested
• Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive Protected Health Information (HIPAA) at all times
• Stays and works beyond scheduled shift if needed to meet state staffing requirements and or needs of patients Qualifications:
  
  Must be at least 17 years or older. Experience in a culinary environment, large volume food preparation and service is preferred.
  
  Knowledge and Skills:
  • Demonstrates organizational and critical thinking skills
  • Effective interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to work independently, problem solve and make decisions as necessary
  • Ability to be patient while interacting with challenged or difficult residents
  • Ability to create a resident-centered environment
  • Ability to react decisively and quickly in emergency situations
  • Knowledge of policies and procedures and state and federal regulations Required Responsibilities:
    
    Successful demonstration of work standards, quality work product, productivity, and job knowledge are standard expectations for all company employees.
    
    Core Competencies:
    • Caring/Compassion
    • Accountability
    • Dependability
    • Adaptability/Flexibility
    • Effective Communication
    • Detail Oriented
    • Confidentiality
    • Team Player
    • Dedication Physical Demands
      
      Shoe the amount of time on-the-job in the following physical activities by checking the appropriate boxes below.
      
      Amount of Time
      
      NoneOccasionally up to 1/3Frequently 1/3 to 2/3Constantly 2/3 or more
      
      Stand x
      
      Walk x
      
      Sit x
      
      Talk or hear x
      
      Finger, handle or feet x
      
      Push/pull x
      
      Stop, kneel, crouch or crawl x
      
      Reach with hands and arms x
      
      Taste or smell x
      
      This job requires that force be exerted by weight being lifted, carried, pushed, or pulled. Show how much and how often by checking the appropriate boxes below.
      
      NoneOccasionally up to 1/3Frequently 1/3 to 2/3Constantly 2/3 or more
      
      Up to 10 lbs x
      
      Up to 20 lbs x
      
      Up to 50 lbsx
      
      Up to 100 lbsx
      
      > 100 lbsx
      
      This job has special vision requirements.
      • Close Vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
      • Distance Vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)
      • Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)
      • Peripheral Vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point)
      • Depth Perception (three-dimensional vision; ability to judge distances and spatial relationships)
      • Ability to Adjust Focus (ability to adjust eye to bring an object into sharp focus)
      • No Special Vision Requirements This job has special hearing requirements.
        • Ability to hear alarms on equipment
        • Ability to hear client call
        • Ability to hear instructions from physician/department staff

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