What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dietary Manager position at GOWER CONVALESCENT CENTER?
Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Dietary Manager to oversee the nutritional care of our patients. This role is essential in ensuring that dietary services meet the needs of our patients while adhering to health regulations and standards. The Dietary Manager will lead a team in providing high-quality dietary services, focusing on patient assessment, health coaching, and effective management of dietary resources.
Responsibilities
- Supervise and manage dietary staff, ensuring efficient operation of the dietary department.
- Conduct diagnostic evaluations to assess patient nutritional needs and develop appropriate dietary plans.
- Utilize knowledge of physiology to create tailored nutrition programs that promote health and recovery.
- Implement health coaching strategies to educate patients on nutrition and healthy eating habits.
- Oversee budgeting for the dietary department, ensuring cost-effective management of resources.
- Perform patient assessments to monitor progress and adjust dietary plans as necessary.
- Manage tube feeding protocols for patients requiring specialized nutritional support.
- Ensure compliance with all health regulations and standards related to food service and safety.
Experience
The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in dietetics with proven experience in a supervisory role. Key qualifications include:
- Expertise in supervising dietary staff and managing operations within a healthcare setting.
- Comprehensive knowledge of dietetics principles, including patient assessment techniques and tube feeding procedures.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and guide a diverse team.
- Experience in budgeting and resource management within a dietary context.
- A passion for promoting health through nutrition, along with effective health coaching abilities.
Join our team as a Dietary Manager where you can make a significant impact on patient care through nutrition!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.78 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid orientation
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Referral program
Schedule:
- Day shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $20