What are the responsibilities and job description for the DIETARY CLERK position at LifeBridge Health?
Summary
Job Summary: Maintains an efficient and effective Food and Nutrition Service Communications Center by coordinating intra- and inter-department communications
Responsibilities: Performs all data entry computer functions for patients and residents, including but not limited to diet information, new admissions, discharges, diet changes, food preferences, allergies and menu selections, accurately and in a timely manner. Processes patient diet orders. Collects, prints and organizes patient menus. Enters patient menu selections for next day meal service. Prints and organizes tray tickets. Enters nourishment and snack data in a timely manner daily and informs the Director and Clinical Nutrition Manager of any late issues. Assures that all late patient food requests are processed within 20 minutes of receipt. Processes all patient food requests as received. Pages Diet Aides, Hostesses, Supervisors to deliver patient requests as needed. Assures that all late ticket requests are delivered by Diet Aides and Hostesses within a 20-minute time limit. Call the units to inform them of any late tray issues. Performs other duties as assigned.
Skills: Data entry skills, phone etiquette, ability to problem-solve , multitask, and communicate effectively.
Additional Information
Who We Are:LifeBridge Health is a dynamic, purpose-driven health system redefining care delivery across the mid-Atlantic and beyond, anchored by our mission to “improve the health of people in the communities we serve.” Join us to advance health access, elevate patient experiences, and contribute to a system that values bold ideas and community-centered care.
What We Offer:
Impact: Join a team that values innovation and outcomes, delivering life-saving care to our youngest and most vulnerable patients.
Growth: Opportunities for professional development, including tuition reimbursement and developing foundational skills for neonatal critical care leadership and advanced certification.
Support: A culture of collaboration with resources like unit-based practice councils and advanced clinical education support — improving both workflow efficiency and patient outcomes and allowing you to work at the top of your license.
Benefits: Competitive compensation (additional compensation such as overtime, shift differentials, premium pay, and bonuses may apply depending on job), comprehensive health plans, free parking, and wellness programs.
Why LifeBridge Health?
With over 14,000 employees, 130 care locations, and two million annual patient encounters, we combine strategic growth, innovation, and deep community commitment to deliver exceptional care anchored by five leading centers in the Baltimore region: Sinai Hospital of Baltimore, Grace Medical Center, Northwest Hospital, Carroll Hospital, and Levindale Hebrew Geriatric Center and Hospital.
Our organization thrives on a culture of CARE BRAVELY—where compassion, courage, and urgency drive every decision, empowering teams to shape the future of healthcare.
LifeBridge Health complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression. LifeBridge Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression.