What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dietary Clerk - Nutrition Services position at Albany Med Health System?
Compensation: $17.25 to $22.50 / hour (Exact rate is determined on a case-by-case basis commensurate with experience level, as well as education and certifications pertaining to each position which may be above the listed job requirements.)
Why Join Glens Falls Hospital?
- Shift Premiums: Extra pay for evening and weekend shifts!
- Paid Training: No experience? We will teach you everything you need to know.
- Career Launchpad: Fast-track your growth into healthcare or advanced culinary roles.
The Impact You Can Make
At Glens Falls Hospital, you do more than serve food — you deliver comfort, care, and healing. As a Dietary Clerk, you are a vital part of our patient care team. This position is accountable for receiving and responding to requests for meal service for patients. You will be trained to accomplish menu management, utilizing computer software programs. Ongoing communication with telephone and computer technology will ensure patients have met their nutritional needs.
How You Will Fulfill Your Potential (Responsibilities)
Coordinate and process provider orders for diets and supplemental feedings
Independently communicates with nursing units via phone or clinical information system: receives calls and processes phone messages and transitions to the appropriate personnel, prepares the appropriate meal tray ticket and dispenses to the production staff for preparation needs
Audits meal tickets for accuracy with diet orders
Manages reports of clinical and production areas; generates various reports from department specific computer software program, identifies reports needed on a daily basis and distributes accordingly
Utilizes DFM software and electronic tablets in assisting patient with daily bedside menu selections
What You Bring to the Team (Qualifications/Experience)
- Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent is preferred (but not required)
- Experience: Customer service or food service experience is a plus, but not required
- Language & Math : Must be able to read, write, and understand English, alongside basic computer skills
- People Skills: A warm personality capable of connecting with patients, guests, and coworkers
- Eager to Learn : Ability to grasp dietary orders independently and proficiency in computer programs / department basics within 2 weeks.
Salary : $17 - $23