Ernest Health, Inc.
Overview
Diet Aide - Full Time
Join our world-class team of driven, passionate healthcare professionals who are focused on service excellence and providing top quality care!
Rehabilitation Hospital of the Northwest
in Post Falls, Idaho offers specialized inpatient rehabilitation services for patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. As a leading rehab hospital, we help individuals overcome the challenges of strokes, amputee, traumatic brain and spinal cord injuries, complex orthopedic injuries, and other serious conditions with comprehensive therapy programs. We are certified by The Joint Commission in Stroke and Amputee. Our caring clinical team provides one‑on‑one physical, occupational, and speech therapy, along with 24/7 nursing and physician support, all in a comfortable, healing environment. Serving both the Coeur d’Alene and Spokane region, we combine small‑town compassion with world‑class rehabilitative care. Recognized among the nation’s top 10% of rehab hospitals, the Rehabilitation Hospital of the Northwest is committed to helping patients achieve maximum recovery close to home.
Experience the Charm of North Idaho – Nestled between Coeur d’Alene and Spokane, Post Falls offers stunning natural beauty with easy access to outdoor adventure. Enjoy hiking, boating, fishing, and skiing all within minutes of home, thanks to nearby rivers, lakes, and mountains. With a low cost of living, friendly community, Post Falls is a hidden gem for those seeking a high quality of life. Its blend of small‑town feel and proximity to urban amenities makes it an ideal place to live, work, and explore.
We are seeking a Diet Aide to join our team of passionate patient caregivers!
As a participating hospital of Ernest Health, we offer robust recognition, wellness, and retention programs. These programs focus to enhance the employees’ work experience, recognize, and celebrate achievements. We also encourage employees to share their work experience through “My Ernest Journey” and through our Engagement Survey, where our approach is “You Spoke, We Listened”. These platforms provide additional avenues for employees to give feedback about their work experience and share what is important to them.
Our hospital offers comprehensive benefits, designed to support your health and financial well‑being.
Benefits
PPO and High Deductible Medical Plan options
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account options available
Dental and Vision coverage
401K with employer matching
Life insurance
Short‑and‑long term disability
Wellness & Work Life Balance
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness Program with quarterly wellness challenges with participation incentives
Earned Time Off – start accruing vacation time on start date
Qualifications
High School Diploma or the equivalent in education or experience required.
Food Handlers license required.
Patient related service experience preferred.
CPR certification preferred.
Knowledge of patient diets and safe food handling requirements and use of Nutritional Care Manual.
Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.
Effective organizational and time management skills.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
Ability to effectively present information in one‑on‑one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
Responsibilities Assists in the service of meals for patients, visitors, and staff. Diet Aide may be responsible for any of the following tasks: unpacking and visually inspecting food stock; preparing, pouring, and portioning food; carrying heavy trays, pots, etc.; delivering meals to patients; maintaining sanitary work environment and food handling; cleaning work station area and equipment; washing dishes, pots, silverware, etc. Integrates the hospital’s mission and “Guiding Principles” into daily practice.
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Join our world-class team of driven, passionate healthcare professionals who are focused on service excellence and providing top quality care!
Rehabilitation Hospital of the Northwest
in Post Falls, Idaho offers specialized inpatient rehabilitation services for patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. As a leading rehab hospital, we help individuals overcome the challenges of strokes, amputee, traumatic brain and spinal cord injuries, complex orthopedic injuries, and other serious conditions with comprehensive therapy programs. We are certified by The Joint Commission in Stroke and Amputee. Our caring clinical team provides one‑on‑one physical, occupational, and speech therapy, along with 24/7 nursing and physician support, all in a comfortable, healing environment. Serving both the Coeur d’Alene and Spokane region, we combine small‑town compassion with world‑class rehabilitative care. Recognized among the nation’s top 10% of rehab hospitals, the Rehabilitation Hospital of the Northwest is committed to helping patients achieve maximum recovery close to home.
Experience the Charm of North Idaho – Nestled between Coeur d’Alene and Spokane, Post Falls offers stunning natural beauty with easy access to outdoor adventure. Enjoy hiking, boating, fishing, and skiing all within minutes of home, thanks to nearby rivers, lakes, and mountains. With a low cost of living, friendly community, Post Falls is a hidden gem for those seeking a high quality of life. Its blend of small‑town feel and proximity to urban amenities makes it an ideal place to live, work, and explore.
We are seeking a Diet Aide to join our team of passionate patient caregivers!
As a participating hospital of Ernest Health, we offer robust recognition, wellness, and retention programs. These programs focus to enhance the employees’ work experience, recognize, and celebrate achievements. We also encourage employees to share their work experience through “My Ernest Journey” and through our Engagement Survey, where our approach is “You Spoke, We Listened”. These platforms provide additional avenues for employees to give feedback about their work experience and share what is important to them.
Our hospital offers comprehensive benefits, designed to support your health and financial well‑being.
Benefits
PPO and High Deductible Medical Plan options
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account options available
Dental and Vision coverage
401K with employer matching
Life insurance
Short‑and‑long term disability
Wellness & Work Life Balance
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness Program with quarterly wellness challenges with participation incentives
Earned Time Off – start accruing vacation time on start date
Qualifications
High School Diploma or the equivalent in education or experience required.
Food Handlers license required.
Patient related service experience preferred.
CPR certification preferred.
Knowledge of patient diets and safe food handling requirements and use of Nutritional Care Manual.
Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.
Effective organizational and time management skills.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
Ability to effectively present information in one‑on‑one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
Responsibilities Assists in the service of meals for patients, visitors, and staff. Diet Aide may be responsible for any of the following tasks: unpacking and visually inspecting food stock; preparing, pouring, and portioning food; carrying heavy trays, pots, etc.; delivering meals to patients; maintaining sanitary work environment and food handling; cleaning work station area and equipment; washing dishes, pots, silverware, etc. Integrates the hospital’s mission and “Guiding Principles” into daily practice.
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