DIETARY AIDE, Full-Time

Sierra Medical Center is an integral part of the Northern Nevada Health System, a regional multi-facility network dedicated to offering high-quality care to the residents of the greater Truckee Meadows area. This 170-bed acute care hospital provides a comprehensive range of medical services including 24/7 emergency room care, cardiology, oncology, labor and delivery, a Level II NICU, surgical and orthopedic services among many others. With a commitment to excellence and community health, Sierra Medical Center stands out as a trusted name in healthcare within the region. The facility prides itself on its core values such as compassion, empathy, teamwork, quality, ethics, respect, service excellence, and innovation, which collectively guide the care and service it delivers to patients and their families.

The Diet Aide role, under the direct supervision of the Food & Nutrition Services Director, Supervisor, or Lead, involves a vital function within Sierra Medical Center’s healthcare delivery system. This position focuses on providing exceptional patient food services and managing dish duties aligned with clinical dietary orders. The diet aide is responsible for utilizing Cerner diet reports and CBORD systems to accurately glean diet orders, supplement orders, and allergy information that ensures patients receive proper nutrition tailored to their therapeutic needs. This role requires preparing all food items and patient meal trays accurately based on these diet orders and approved recipes, while also obtaining menu preferences and meal orders using CBORD software. The role demands meticulous attention to detail to ensure dietary compliance and patient satisfaction.

This position offers opportunities for both full-time and part-time employment, providing a challenging and rewarding work environment. Employees benefit from competitive compensation packages and generous paid time off. The role includes excellent medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans, along with a 401(k) plan featuring company match and a discounted stock purchase plan. Additionally, the employer offers tuition reimbursement and repayment programs, supporting ongoing career development within Universal Health Services and its extensive network of over 300 subsidiaries nationwide. This role is perfect for individuals passionate about healthcare nutrition services and eager to contribute to a team-oriented and ethically driven hospital environment, dedicated to improving patient outcomes and fostering innovation in clinical care. Contact information for further inquiries is provided, emphasizing the company’s commitment to clear communication and candidate support throughout the recruitment process.

Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS), the parent organization, is one of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services. Operating a diverse array of healthcare facilities including acute care hospitals, behavioral health centers, outpatient facilities, insurance offerings, and physician networks across the United States and internationally, UHS has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune and included in Forbes’ ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. The company promotes diversity and inclusion and commits to maintaining an environment of mutual respect and equal employment opportunities. UHS upholds high standards of ethics and integrity in recruitment and employee relations, ensuring a secure application process free of scams, thereby fostering trust and confidence among applicants.