Overview:
South Texas Rehabilitation Hospital in Brownsville, Texas provides high-quality inpatient rehabilitation services to patients across the South Texas region. Our hospital is devoted to restoring health and independence for individuals recovering from strokes, brain and spinal cord injuries, orthopedic injuries, and other serious conditions that benefit from intensive therapy. We offer a comprehensive range of rehabilitation programs – including neurological rehab, orthopedic rehab, and cardiac/pulmonary rehab – led by our compassionate team of specialists.
At South Texas Rehabilitation Hospital, patients receive personalized one-on-one therapy, bilingual support (English and Spanish), and family education to ensure a smooth transition back to home. Joint Commission-accredited and recognized in the top tier of rehab facilities nationwide, we are proud to provide patient-centered care in a friendly environment, helping our patients achieve life-changing improvements.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• High School Diploma or the equivalent in education or experience required.
• Food Handlers license required.
• Patient related service experience preferred.
• CPR certification preferred.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS:

• 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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