Dietary Assistant
Listed on 2026-09-13
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Healthcare
Healthcare Administration, Dietitian / Nutritionist
Job Posting
Sep 10, 2026 Dietary Assistant - ( )
Job TitleDietary Assistant
Job DescriptionWork where every moment matters. Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford Health Care colleagues come to work with one thing in common:
Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network. Since 1893 Backus Hospital has been the primary source of healthcare services for much of Eastern Connecticut. We are home to the only trauma center in New London and Windham counties and are the only area hospital with LIFE STAR helicopter services.
We deliver and coordinate a continuum of high-quality healthcare with the goal of improving the health of our communities. JOB SUMMARY Obtains menu selections, preferences and allergies/intolerances from patients of all age groups. Ensures menus are accurate according to prescribed dietary order utilizing appropriate information systems and by communicating with dietitians, food service associates, cooks, nursing staff and management regarding patient/resident care.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Obtains patient menu selections consistent with current diet order and any cultural or individualized requirements or requests. Utilizes all required computerized reports at each meal to check tray tickets before the meal service starts. Makes corrections to tray tickets according to prescribed diet orders. Obtains daily report of patients/residents receiving nourishments, tube feedings, and supplements. May assist in gathering and/or delivering products as needed.
Assists with assembling and delivering patient/resident meals. Perform other related duties as required.
Minimum Requirements
Education:
None
Experience:
None Licensure, Certification, Registration: N/A Language
Skills:
Must be able to read, write and speak English Preferred Requirements
Education:
High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
Experience:
One year of experience in nutrition related or customer service field Licensure, Certification, Registration:
Certified Dietetic Technician Language
Skills:
Additional languages a plus
Regular Standard Hours Per Week : 16 Schedule :
Part-time (2 - 39 hours) Shift Details : 5am-130pm two days per week and includes every other weekend and rotating holidays
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