Sentara Obici Hospital is hiring a Full-time Patient Dining Associate (Catering Associate)

As a Patient Dining Associate, YOU make a big difference in a patient's stay in the hospital!

(Up to $1,500 Sign On Bonus for qualified candidates)

Full-time Hours working 12-hour shifts and every other weekend.

Job Qualifications:

Food Handlers Certification as required by local Health DepartmentPrevious Customer Service Experience PreferedCommunication and Service Orientation RequiredHigh School Diploma or Equivalent - ​Experience in Lieu of degree/diploma will be accepted.

Responsible for patient meal service food on assigned units. Communicates patient food issues/concerns and needs to Food & Nutrition Services, and interacts with Nursing in regards to patient nutrition needs or requirements. Assist dietitian with monitoring of patients on NPO, clear liquid and full liquid diets and records food intake for patients on intake analysis. React accurately and effectively to all changes to ensure efficient timing of services and accuracy of physician's ordered modified diets. Familiar with dietary restrictions on special, modified diets to ensure optimal patient care and satisfaction. Responsible for patient satisfaction on assigned units.

Experience in Lieu of degree/diploma will be accepted. Certified Food Service Handler's Card (as required by local Health Department).

Benefits: Sentara offers an attractive array of full-time benefits to include:

Educational assistance up to $5,250 annuallyMedbridge access for CEUs and patient home programsSentara hosted education courses with employee discountsFinancial support for certificationsGenerous student debt program (no work commitment required)Relocation assistanceReferral bonus program up to $10,000Up to 23 days of paid time off (incudes personal, vacation and holidays); Up to 5 sick days annually (based on 40-hour work week); bereavement leave403(B) with immediate company match, upon hire!401(A): 3% of annual salary employer contribution (participating divisions)Adoption benefits up to $10,000Fertility benefits (procedures/medications/IVF) and Surrogacy/Gestational Carrier benefits up to $10,000 combined4 weeks paid parental leave; caregiver leave up to 2 weeksPaid life insurance (1 times annual salary), short-term and long-term disabilityOther benefits include medical, dental, vision, auto, home, travel, pet insurance, local gym discountsWellness programs to include an employee assistance program (mental health support)

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Our success is supported by a family-friendly culture that encourages community involvement and creates unlimited opportunities for development and growth. 

Be a part of an excellent healthcare organization that cares about our People, Quality, Patient Safety, Service, and Integrity. Join a team that has a mission to improve health every day and a vision to be the healthcare choice of the communities that we serve!

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