Diet Assistant RWJBarnabas Health $17.30

• $19.

25 / hr vision insurance, paid time off, long term disability, tuition reimbursement United States, Jersey, Toms River 99 Jersey 37 (Show on map) Sep 23, 2026 Diet Assistant

Req #: 0000266682

Category:

Dietitian /

Nutritionist Status:

Full-Time Shift:

Day Facility:

Community Medical Center Department:

Dietary-Management Pay Range:

$17.30

• $19.

25 per hour

Location:

99 HIGHWAY 37 WEST, TOMS

RIVER, NJ 08755

Job Title:

Diet Assistant Location:

Community Medical Center Department Name:

Dietary-Management Req #: 0000266682

Status:

Hourly Shift:

Day Pay Range:

$17.30

• $19.

25 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in Jersey. The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

The Dietary Assistant performs diversified duties in diet office, e.g. maintains diet records, tallies food requirements and other similar tasks. In this role they will collect patient menus and forms menu correction. They'll follow standard practices and comply with regulatory requirements while ensuring that patients are satisfied with their meals and receive the items they chose.

Qualifications:

Required:

High School diploma or equivalent

Preferred:

Graduate of Dietetic Assistant/Technician Program

One year food service experience

Basic knowledge of normal and therapeutic nutrition

Scheduling Requirements:

Full Time Day

Shifts include 5:30am-2:00pm,7:00am

• 3:30pm, 9:30am
• 6:00p, 11:00am
• 7:30pm
  Rotating weekends and holidays

Essential Functions:

Answer telephone taking messages and relaying information as necessary using proper etiquette

Assists patients with menus, making all efforts necessary to see that patient receives his/her choice

Conducts point of service on assigned floors in a timely manner

Consistently follows posted schedules and attendance policy

Corrects modified menus, at patient bedside, and with patient concurrence whenever possible

Demonstrates the ability to identify what the patient's educational needs are

Maintains inventory of menus and supplies

Monitors the effects of dietary service through meal rounds

Participates in the interdisciplinary teaching process

Prepares production reports and generates to appropriate area

Processes requisitions from computer according to procedure

Provides basic diet information to patients on diets

Benefits and Perks:

• At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees' physical, emotional, social, and financial health. Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)

Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more! Choosing RWJBarnabas Health! RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health. RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in Jersey-whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education. Equal Opportunity Employer RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer