Avamere Health Services, LLC: Dietary Aide

Overview:Now Hiring Healthcare Heroes!Join our amazing team and #workwithpurposeDietary Aide:Status: Part-TimeSchedule: Various ShiftsLocation: St.

Francis of Bellingham 3121 Squalicum Parkway Bellingham, WA 98225As a dietary aide with Avamere, you join a team with a culture and mission to enhance the life of every person we serve.

This is more than a job – it’s a place where our team members build lasting relationships with patients and residents, their families, and fellow team members.We are dedicated to keeping our team members and residents safe.

Download our flyer that shows our protocols and response to COVID-19 here.Employee Perks:Free meals to all employeesTuition assistanceMentorship opportunitiesEmployee assistance program featuring free counseling services, financial coaching, legal services and moreGenerous employee referral programPaid time off/sick leave (rolls over annually)401K retirement plan with employer contributionsComprehensive benefits package with medical coverage, voluntary dental, vision, and life insurance, short-term disability, and AD& D coverageDetails:Set up, deliver and serve food as directed.Serve meals that are palatable, appetizing in appearance and in accordance with established portion control procedures, on a timely basis.Assist Cook in preparing meals and checking diet trays before distribution.Prepare kitchen, food and supplies for the next meal.Return clean utensils to proper storage areas and maintain a clean, dry work environment free of hazardous conditions or equipment.Assist in daily cleaning duties including sweeping, mopping, dishwashing, etc.Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.Create and uphold an atmosphere of warmth, patience, enthusiasm, and a calm and cheerful environment.Must obtain Food Handler’s Card within 30 days of employment.Facility Information:St.

Francis of Bellingham is a long-standing skilled nursing community nestled along Bellingham Bay with views of the Cascade Mountains.

The team at this 120-bed community has cared for seniors in the Bellingham, Washington area for over 30 years.

Their services include: skilled nursing, rehabilitation, long-term care, and respite care.

They are conveniently located near St.

Joseph Hospital.With a 5-star staffing rating from Medicare, the team is primed to support their patients as they help them work toward their therapy goals.St.

Francis of Bellingham has an engaged team who values the support Avamere provides for programs like tuition assistance and mentorship.

Several employees have pursued their nursing degrees through these programs.

Some team members have been in the community for over 20 years.They regularly recognize team members through their employee of the month program and other fun activities, like spirit week.St.

Francis of Bellingham also works regularly to give back locally through local charities, like Dementia Northwest.The American Health Care Association recognized St.

Francis of Bellingham for quality care as part of the Quality Initiative Recognition Program.

They have also earned Platinum Level Achievement for exceptional commitment to wound care from United Wound Healing.Get to know more about St.

Francis of Bellingham on their blog and Facebook.SNFDietary123