Nutrition Assistant 11 hour weekends
Mass General Brigham · Jamaica Plain-MA
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- PayStated
- $19–$25.56 an hourAbout $39,520–$53,165 a year at 40 hours a week (derived, not posted)
- Employment typeStated
- Part time
- Work arrangementStated
- On-site
- ShiftStated
- rotating, weekend
Work Shift Rotating (United States of America)
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- ['high school']
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Requirements, each with its sentence from the posting
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- Customer service and patient care commitmentrequired
Commitment to providing exceptional customer service and patient-centered care
from the posting - English language reading and writingrequired
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
from the posting - Interpersonal and communication skillsrequired
Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills
from the posting - Problem-solvingrequired
Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills
from the posting - Telephone and voicemail managementrequired
Ability to manage multiple phone lines and voicemail systems professionally
from the posting - Basic computer proficiencyrequired
Basic computer proficiency and ability to learn hospital software and systems
from the posting - Food cart safety and handlingrequired
Ability to push and maneuver food carts safely
from the posting - Organization and attention to detailrequired
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
from the posting - Fast-paced healthcare teamworkrequired
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams
from the posting - High School Diploma or GEDpreferred
High School Diploma or GED preferred
from the posting - Healthcare experiencepreferred
Previous healthcare experience, including patient interaction, preferred
from the posting - Customer service experiencepreferred
Prior customer service experience, particularly involving telephone communication, preferred
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Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
Schedule: Saturday & Sunday, 1:30 PM - 7:00 PMUnder the supervision of the Registered Dietitian and Clinical Nutrition Manager, the Nutrition Assistant provides high-quality, personalized nutritional care to patients throughout their hospital stay. This role supports patient meal service operations, assists with menu selection and diet compliance, communicates with clinical and production teams, and helps ensure patients receive timely and appropriate nutrition. The Nutrition Assistant is responsible for maintaining departmental standards and upholding all hospital policies and procedures.
Patient Care: Yes
Qualifications
Essential Functions
- Assist patients with menu selections that meet prescribed dietary restrictions and preferences.
- Review and adjust meal selections to ensure compliance with physician, dietitian, and nursing instructions.
- Monitor meal service to ensure patients receive appropriate nourishment and notify nursing staff of concerns.
- Complete regular and therapeutic diet menus according to established standards of care.
- Conduct meal rounds and tray assessments to evaluate patient satisfaction and nutritional needs.
- Record and monitor calorie counts and dietary intake as assigned.
- Order nutritional supplements and enteral nutrition products in accordance with department procedures.
- Deliver, collect, and set up patient meal trays in a timely and professional manner.
- Support tray line operations and assist food service staff as needed.
- Respond to patient, visitor, and staff inquiries via telephone and direct requests.
- Communicate effectively with clinical and production teams regarding patient needs, special meal requests, and diet education requirements.
- Address and resolve patient service issues and complaints promptly and professionally.
- Participate in department meetings, training sessions, in-services, and ongoing education opportunities.
- Maintain compliance with hospital policies, safety standards, and departmental procedures.
- Demonstrate initiative by identifying and completing tasks that support efficient department operations.
Qualifications
Education
- High School Diploma or GED preferred.
- Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.
Experience
- Previous healthcare experience, including patient interaction, preferred.
- Prior customer service experience, particularly involving telephone communication, preferred.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Commitment to providing exceptional customer service and patient-centered care.
- Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple phone lines and voicemail systems professionally.
- Basic computer proficiency and ability to learn hospital software and systems.
- Ability to push and maneuver food carts safely.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Physical Requirements
- Standing Frequently
- Walking Frequently
- Sitting Occasionally
- Lifting Occasionally
- Carrying Occasionally
- Pushing Occasionally
- Pulling Occasionally
- Climbing Occasionally
- Balancing Frequently
- Stooping Occasionally
- Kneeling Occasionally
- Crouching Occasionally
- Crawling Occasionally
- Reaching Occasionally
- Gross Manipulation
- Fine Manipulation
- Feeling Constantly
- Foot Use Rarely
- Vision - Far Constantly
- Vision - Near Constantly
- Talking Constantly
- Hearing Constantly
Remote Type
Work Location
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
Pay Range
$19.00 - $25.56/Hourly
Grade
SF1001
EEO Statement:
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