DIRECTOR OF PATIENT DINING SERVICES, SYSTEMS / LTI UNIT

TouchPointSalary: Other Forms of Compensation:Reports to: Regional Director of OperationsTouchPoint, Support Services, provides customer focused support services. As specialists, we perform services including healthcare housekeeping, management in laundry processing, patient transportation, and food service. TouchPoint is a compilation of the most committed and talented individuals working in the industry today. Our dedication to quality, exceptional customer service, and unequivocal results allow us to provide the best outcomes to our clients.Job SummaryAs the Director of Patient Services, you will provide strategic, multi unit level support to patient dining operations. This role focuses on strengthening foundational operations, improving processes, elevating the patient experience, and ensuring consistent training and dietary standards across all supported locations, rather than overseeing daily unit-level operations. These functions include, but are not limited to, management, education, training, and performance improvement of the patient services frontline team. The director assures compliance with all applicable patient related regulatory agencies and healthcare standards at supported facilities while promoting patient satisfaction and positive public relations through the safe, efficient, and effective use of resources.Key Responsibilities:Partner with Patient Services Managers, site leadership, and cross‑functional teams to standardize patient dining service models across multiple locations, evaluate current workflows, and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency, quality, regulatory compliance, and the overall patient experience, using influence and best practices to drive adoption without direct line authorityCoordinates and implements patient service programs based upon medical direction, patient population, and contractAssist with the coaching, training, and development of Patient Services Managers, supervisors, and teams by leading and supporting training initiatives focused on operations, dietary and nutrition compliance, food safety, and patient experience excellenceSupport and optimize bedside ordering programs by reinforcing operational fundamentals, service standards, and consistencyServe as a subject-matter resource for healthcare food and nutrition practices, regulatory readiness, and survey supportAssists in the evaluation of patient food services associates, as applicable and according to departmental policyMonitor competency, productivity, documentation accuracy, and overall performance trends of Patient Services Managers and teams, ensuring outcomes align with organizational objectives and patient‑centered care goalsVisits patients on an assigned nursing unit or area and helps ensure that every patient is visited by a member of the management or professional team at least once during their hospital stayCommunicates effectively with all team members, patients and families through conferences, individual consultation and committee participationPerform additional duties as assignedPreferred Qualifications:Five years of food and nutrition or patient services experience supporting patient or resident populations in hospital, senior living, or comparable healthcare settingsExperience in leadership, program oversight, training, or operational supportBachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, Hospitality Management or related field, or equivalent years of relevant experienceCertified Dietary Manager or Registered Dietitian preferredServSafe® CertifiedDemonstrated knowledge of food trends with an emphasis on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentationProven ability to support training, development, and coaching initiatives across food and patient dining servicesStrong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate across leadership, client, patient, and frontline associate levelsFinancial, budgetary, accounting, and analytical skills relevant to food and nutrition operationsProficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and internet-based toolsApply to TouchPoint today!TouchPoint is a member of Compass Group USAClick here to Learn More about the Compass StoryCompass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/Associates At Touchpoint Are Offered Many Fantastic Benefits.MedicalDentalVisionLife Insurance/ ADDisability InsuranceRetirement PlanPaid Time OffPaid Parental LeaveHoliday Time Off (varies by site/state)Personal LeaveAssociate Shopping ProgramHealth and Wellness ProgramsDiscount MarketplaceIdentity Theft ProtectionPet InsuranceCommuter BenefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramFlexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_Touchpoint.pdfApplications are accepted on an ongoing basis.Touchpoint maintains a drugfree workplace.Req ID: 1531889TouchPointPASCHA A BELNAVIS[[req_classification]]