ARAMARK is one of America´s largest employers of dietitians, and is currently the only professional services company to become an American Dietetic Association (ADA) Partner.
ARAMARK is one of America´s largest employers of dietitians, and is currently the only professional services company to become an American Dietetic Association (ADA) Partner. The ADA is the nation´s largest organization of food and nutrition professionals. ARAMARK was ranked number one in its industry in the 2007 FORTUNE 500 survey and has consistently ranked since 1998 as one of the top three in its industry among FORTUNE´s ´America´s Most Admired Companies.´ Understanding that clinical excellence and the environment are interdependent, ARAMARK Healthcare makes an impact by helping nearly 1,300 partners across North America deliver the optimal healthcare experience for patients and their families and the physicians and nurses who care for them. We are seeking an Assistant Director of Patient Services at Virginia Hospital Center, a 320 bed acute care hospital in Arlington, VA. As the Assistant Director of Patient Services, you will provide vision to the clinical nutrition and patient food service areas. In this position you will assist in managing Healthcare Support Services, patient service programs and policies. You will assist the director in reviewing unit compliance with Region and Division patient and clinical care, operating standards and recommending value-added solutions. Daily responsibilities will include overseeing patient food service operations, managing the clinical nutrition program, providing exceptional customer service, ensuring strong client relations, and overseeing the Clinical Dietitians.Qualifications Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor´s Degree in Nutrition/Dietetics and be a Registered Dietitian with the American Dietetic Association and Licensed Dietitian status, if residing in a state with licensure. Position requires a minimum of 2 years of clinical nutrition experience. Food service management and/or progressive clinical experience is a plus. The ability to communicate (verbal and written) effectively with clients, customers and support staff is required. Strong client and customer service skills are essential to success in this role.