Dietary Unit Clerk - Northwest

UW Medicine-Northwest Food and Nutrition is part of UW Medical Center, a leading acute care hospital system located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest. Known for its outstanding patient care and pioneering medical advances, UW Medical Center has been ranked the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 by U.S. News & World Report. The Northwest campus specifically offers a wide range of emergency, inpatient, outpatient, surgical, and therapeutic care services in a beautiful, easily accessible 44-acre campus. This campus is also home to the Northwest Outpatient Medical Center and the Specialty Care Meridian Pavilion, further enhancing the comprehensive care provided to the community. UW Medicine itself is Washington's only health system that combines a top-rated medical school and internationally recognized research center, embodying a commitment to advancing medical knowledge, improving public health, and preparing future healthcare professionals. The organization prides itself on fostering an environment of teamwork, community, and opportunity, emphasizing integrity, compassion, and respect for every patient, family member, student, and employee. With a workforce of nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators, UW Medicine represents a broad family of organizations dedicated to outstanding care and innovation.

The Dietary Unit Clerk role within the Nutrition and Food Services department supports the hospital's mission to deliver compassionate, evidence-based care and unforgettable customer service through fresh and nutritious food. This position is a per diem role offering 10-20 hours per week, including weekend shifts, ideal for professionals seeking flexible work schedules in a healthcare environment. The Dietary Unit Clerk is essential in processing all patient menus, including those for the tray line and room service programs, ensuring patients receive meals aligned with their dietary needs, restrictions, and preferences. This role involves direct communication with patients and clinical staff, helping patients select food options according to clinical nutrition protocols, and updating computerized diet records. The clerk generates tally guides for food production and ensures accuracy in patient meal delivery by coordinating closely with production staff throughout the day. As a highly collaborative position, the Dietary Unit Clerk plays a vital role in supporting patients' nutritional needs and enhancing their hospital experience, all while contributing to the efficient operation of the department. This role requires excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and a compassionate approach to patient interaction, making it a key part of the patient care team within UW Medicine-Northwest's Nutrition and Food Services department.