Nutrition Services Diet Clerk

Job Description

Purpose & Scope:

Under the direction of the Food and Nutrition Services Director and following therapeutic standards established by the Clinical Dietitians, the Diet Clerk is responsible for the management, accuracy and maintenance of the food service department information database (CBORD). Performs a variety of tasks which relate to the transfer of information concerning patient diet, meal selection preferences and complaints. Additionally responsible for ensuring patient menus and nourishment reflect current diet orders.

Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Experience:

Experience in Writing is required.

Experience in Basic Mathematics is required.

Certification/Licensure:

None.

VHC Health™ has provided exceptional medical services to the Washington, DC metropolitan area for more than 75 years. A proud member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network, a national network of independent healthcare organizations, the Hospital prides itself on offering the latest technological advancements and medical practices. Virginia Hospital Center was recently designated a Newsweek 2020 Best Maternity Care Hospital, received a 5-star rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and once again named a Leapfrog Top Hospital in 2019. Virginia Hospital Center is designated as a Magnet hospital® by the American Nurses Credentialing Center, is a 453-bed not-for-profit teaching facility offering comprehensive healthcare and multiple, independently recognized Centers of Excellence