Nutrition Service Clerk
Job Overview
Compensation
Hourly
Range $20.00 - $25.00
Benefits
Affordable medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Tuition Reimbursement
401(k)
Employee stock purchase plan
Job Description
Encompass Health is a leading national inpatient rehabilitation provider dedicated to delivering exceptional care and support to patients recovering from surgery, illness, or injury. With over 150 locations across the United States and a growing workforce of 36,000 professionals, Encompass Health is widely recognized for its commitment to quality healthcare services. The organization has earned esteemed accolades, including being named one of the "World's Most Admired Companies" and receiving the prestigious Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® Award. These honors underscore Encompass Health's dedication not only to patient care but also to creating a positive and supportive workplace environment for its employees.
As a Nutrition Services Clerk at Encompass Health, you will play an integral role in enhancing patient experience and well-being through the preparation and distribution of therapeutic and modified diets. This role goes beyond typical food service duties by requiring a compassionate and detail-oriented individual who understands the importance of nutrition in a rehabilitation setting. You will be responsible for assisting patients with diet orders, ensuring dietary restrictions are meticulously followed, and preparing meals not just for patients but also for employees, visitors, and special functions within the facility.
This position offers a rewarding career path for those passionate about culinary excellence and healthcare. Nutrition Services Clerks contribute directly to patient recovery by ensuring that each meal supports medical and nutritional goals. The role also involves close collaboration with clinical teams and requires attention to detail when managing patients' dietary preferences and restrictions. At Encompass Health, the Nutrition Services Clerk enjoys a supportive work environment where growth and continuous learning are encouraged.
Employee well-being is a priority at Encompass Health, and the company provides an inclusive culture that celebrates diversity and fosters collaboration. New employees benefit from comprehensive packages that include affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage; generous paid time off; opportunities for tuition reimbursement and continuous education; company-matching 401(k) plans; employee stock purchase options; and flexible spending and health savings accounts. This comprehensive benefits package ensures that team members are well cared for so they can focus on delivering outstanding care to patients.
Joining Encompass Health as a Nutrition Services Clerk means becoming part of a community that values empathy, ethics, positivity, and teamwork. It's an excellent opportunity for individuals eager to make a meaningful impact in healthcare nutrition while advancing their careers in a respected and nationally recognized company. Through your work, you will help patients regain strength and health, supporting the recovery journey at one of the nation's top rehabilitation providers. This role is ideal for those who want to combine their culinary skills with compassionate patient care in a dynamic, growing healthcare environment.
As a Nutrition Services Clerk at Encompass Health, you will play an integral role in enhancing patient experience and well-being through the preparation and distribution of therapeutic and modified diets. This role goes beyond typical food service duties by requiring a compassionate and detail-oriented individual who understands the importance of nutrition in a rehabilitation setting. You will be responsible for assisting patients with diet orders, ensuring dietary restrictions are meticulously followed, and preparing meals not just for patients but also for employees, visitors, and special functions within the facility.
This position offers a rewarding career path for those passionate about culinary excellence and healthcare. Nutrition Services Clerks contribute directly to patient recovery by ensuring that each meal supports medical and nutritional goals. The role also involves close collaboration with clinical teams and requires attention to detail when managing patients' dietary preferences and restrictions. At Encompass Health, the Nutrition Services Clerk enjoys a supportive work environment where growth and continuous learning are encouraged.
Employee well-being is a priority at Encompass Health, and the company provides an inclusive culture that celebrates diversity and fosters collaboration. New employees benefit from comprehensive packages that include affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage; generous paid time off; opportunities for tuition reimbursement and continuous education; company-matching 401(k) plans; employee stock purchase options; and flexible spending and health savings accounts. This comprehensive benefits package ensures that team members are well cared for so they can focus on delivering outstanding care to patients.
Joining Encompass Health as a Nutrition Services Clerk means becoming part of a community that values empathy, ethics, positivity, and teamwork. It's an excellent opportunity for individuals eager to make a meaningful impact in healthcare nutrition while advancing their careers in a respected and nationally recognized company. Through your work, you will help patients regain strength and health, supporting the recovery journey at one of the nation's top rehabilitation providers. This role is ideal for those who want to combine their culinary skills with compassionate patient care in a dynamic, growing healthcare environment.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- minimum one-year experience as a Diet Clerk or Nutrition Services Clerk in an acute care facility preferred
- possession of a food handler's permit, if mandated by state or county regulations
Job Qualifications
- Possession of a food handler's permit, if mandated by state or county regulations
- high school diploma or equivalent
- minimum one-year experience as a Diet Clerk or Nutrition Services Clerk in an acute care facility preferred
Job Duties
- Distributes and collects menus, assists patients with diet orders, and processes menus
- updates patient kardex as required to include all diet changes
- documents nourishments as ordered
- visits patients to gather food preference, allergies and to document all nutritional history
- completes production sheets and documents all special food requests
- checks patient tray lines to ensure each meal is accurate to diet, patient request, and garnishing
- prepares and checks early trays
- assures that food carts leave kitchen at scheduled times
- performs cleaning duties
Job Criteria
Experience
No experience required
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