A food server at a Pittsburgh hospital is accused of exposing himself in front of a patient.

Police said Michael Booker, 37, a dietary server at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Mercy, approached the female patient at the walking bridge that joins the parking garage and the hospital.

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WPXI reported that the woman told investigators Booker approached her, said something vulgar and started fondling himself.

Booker is facing charges that include open lewdness. Officials said he has since been terminated from his position as a server.

Booker faces a preliminary hearing next month.

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