We are hiring a Dietician to join our dynamic care team at Oakland Grove Health Care Center in Woonsocket!
Shift is Monday-Friday 8a-4p with weekly pay.
Working with our team and residents will give you purpose in your professional and personal life.
As a Dietician, you assist in planning, organizing, developing and operation of the Dining Services Department to ensure that quality nutritional services are provided on a daily basis and that the dietary department is maintained in a clean, safe and sanitary manner.
Education and Experience:
- Must possess as a minimum, a Bachelor’s Degree in Dietetics from an accredited college or university.
- Must possess a current registration as dietician by the Committee of Dietetic Registration.
- A minimum one (1) year experience in a supervisory capacity in a hospital, skilled nursing care facility or other related medical facility preferred.
- Training in cost control, food management, diet therapy, etc., preferred.
- New graduates welcome!
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Meet sanitation standards.
- Must be able to provide point of service meal delivery.
- Follow therapeutic diets guidelines, including proper temperature and serving time.
- Educate department staff in all aspects of dietary functions.
- Assure the planning, preparation and serving of all therapeutic diets.
- Oversee that sufficient inventory is maintained according to policy and procedure including emergency supply.
- Formulate menu planning within accepted therapeutic guidelines.
- Assure that menus are accurately adhered to and appropriate substitutes are made per policy.
- Ensure quality and quantity of all food delivery.
- Demonstrate correct safety techniques.
- Is knowledgeable in and ensures staff comply with privacy practices to protect residents’ health information.
Specific Requirements:
- Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
- Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
- Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
- Must be knowledgeable of dining service procedures as well as related laws, regulations and guidelines governing dietary functions in the long-term care facility.
- Must possess leadership ability and willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise professional and non-professional personnel.
- Must have the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, procedures, etc., of the Dining Service Department.
- Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, etc., and maintain the appearance of the dining service areas; must perform regular inspections of dietary services areas for sanitation, order, safety and proper performance of assigned duties.
- Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition and enthusiasm as well as be willing to handle residents based on whatever maturity level they are currently functioning.
- Must be able to read and interpret dietary cost reports, financial data, etc.
- Must be able to relate information concerning the resident’s condition.
- Must participate in planning and conducting inservice educational programs.
Athena’s Benefits:
- Competitive and Weekly Pay
- Holiday Pay for Hourly and Salaried Employees
- Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- Exclusive Employer Discount Program
We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.
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