Nutritionist
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Description

Under the direction and supervision of the WIC Director, is responsible for providing high risk counseling to the Women, Infants, and Children Program (WIC). Responsible for ensuring that the services described in the program descriptions are provided in a timely, accurate and efficient manger. Ensures that the protection of the health, safety, confidentiality and welfare of WIC clients is maintained. Responsible for working closely with the Patient Educator Specialist as deemed necessary to assist in meeting the nutritional and education needs of United Medical Centers patients. Actively participates in community events on behalf of the WIC program and other UMC activities as needed and/or required. Ensures compliance with other requirements affecting United Medical Centers, such as Federal/State regulations, the Joint Commission Standards, and the Department of State Health Services. (United Medical Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer.)

Requirements

Education:

Nutritionist with a Bachelor's or Master's degree in any of the following:

* A. Nutrition Sciences;

* B. Human Nutrition or Dietetics;

* C. Community Nutrition;

* D. Public Health Nutrition;

* E. Clinical Nutrition;

* F. Home Economics with Food and Nutrition major with 24-semester hours credit in food & nutrition.

OR

home economics or other degreed professionals with 12 or more semester hours credit in food & nutrition and 6 semester hours of science from an accredited university (see guidelines). Transcript shall be submitted to the state agency (SA).

Experience/Training:

1. Knowledge of the principles and practices of food and nutrition.

2. Knowledge of available resources in the field of nutrition education and dietary services.

3. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, orally and in writing.

4. Ability to evaluate accurately and objectively.

5. Ability to apply interpretations of local, state, and federal regulations.