Patient Dining Associate Jobs

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital is hiring Full-time, Rotating Shift, Patient Dining Associates.

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Full-time, Rotating Shifts, every other weekend.

• Food Handlers Certification Required
• Previous Customer Service Experience Preferred
• High School Diploma or Equivalent Required (Experience in Lieu of degree/diploma will be accepted)

This position's primary responsibilities are working with patients on food choices and communicating with nurses on potential diet needs. There are a lot of opportunities to grow in this role. If you desire, there are promotional opportunities such as becoming a Cook or a Supervisor. You will find that teamwork is exceptional, with everyone working together to ensure the best care for our patients.

Responsible for patient meal service food on assigned units. Communicates patient food issues/concerns and needs to Food & Nutrition Services and interacts with Nursing regarding patient nutrition needs or requirements. Assist dietitian with monitoring of patients on NPO, clear liquid and full liquid diets and records food intake for patients on intake analysis. React accurately and effectively to all changes to ensure efficient timing of services and accuracy of physician's ordered modified diets. Familiar with dietary restrictions on special, modified diets to ensure optimal patient care and satisfaction. Responsible for patient satisfaction on assigned units.

As the region’s first Magnet Hospital, Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, a 525-bed tertiary care facility, is home to the area's only Level I Trauma Center, burn trauma unit and nationally ranked heart program at Sentara Heart Hospital. In addition to a first-rate heart program, the hospital is home to Nightingale Regional Air Ambulance and several dedicated facilities and specialized services.

Sentara offers an attractive array of benefits to include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401k/403B, 401a retirement
• Vision
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Work Perks and discounts
• Paid Time Off and Sick pay
• Performance Plus Bonus

PLUS, Sentara just added MORE benefits that support the needs of you and your family. Ask about our Student Debt Program, our additional floating holiday that was added, or our new resources that will help strengthen your financial outlook. We are confident that you will find our new, enhanced benefit package will exceed your expectations!

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Our success is supported by a family-friendly culture that encourages community involvement and creates unlimited opportunities for development and growth.

Be a part of an excellent healthcare organization that cares about our People, Quality, Patient Safety, Service, and Integrity. Join a team that has a mission to improve health every day and a vision to be the healthcare choice of the communities that we serve!

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• Food Handlers Certification - Other/National

• High School Grad or Equivalent

• Customer Service Previous Experience

• Communication
• Service Orientation