WIC Nutritionist (Float)

About Piedmont Health Services Piedmont Health Services, Inc. (PHS) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in North Carolina. Dedicated to delivering top-tier, accessible, and inclusive primary healthcare, PHS has proudly served for 55 years and remains the largest community health center in central NC. Operating 11 Community Health Centers, two PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) SeniorCare facilities, and 2 Mobile Health Units, PHS extends its services to residents across five counties, including Alamance, Caswell, Chatham, Orange, and Lee. What’s an FQHC? Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC) are community-based healthcare providers that receive funds from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Health Center Program to provide primary care services in under-served areas. Job Title WIC Nutritionist (Float) Department WIC Reports to Lead Nutritionist Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance (Short & Long Term Disability) 403(b) Plan Paid Holidays CME (Continuing Medical Education) About Position Performs a variety of responsible tasks involving counseling of individuals and families in nutrition principals, diet, food selection, and economics. Primarily focuses on WIC clients. Determine WIC Program eligibility based on the income as well as medical and nutrition risk identified. Determines risk codes, based on assessment and information presented. Determines continuing eligibility for month issuance of food instruments. Provides client education regarding card issuance and usage and the certification process. Makes client referrals for a variety of services, internally and externally. May also coordinate clinic flow and take anthropometric measurements per WIC guidelines. May float to any of the 5 WIC sites including: Siler City, Moncure, Carrboro and Prospect Hill Community Health Centers and the Orange County Health Department. Work Location: This is a Float role that will require travel to PHS WIC sites as needed. Work Schedule: Monday through Wednesday: 8:00am to 5:00pm Thursday: 8:00am to 7:00pm Friday: 8:00am to 12:00pm Qualifications Education/Experience: Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in Nutrition, Public Health Nutrition or Dietetics. One year of public health experience or similar; Spanish speaking preferred but not required. Immunizations Be medically cleared for communicable diseases and have all immunizations up-to-date prior to beginning employment. Pay Range $20.48/Hourly - $27.52/Hourly (commensurate with years of experience). EEO Statement Piedmont Health Services, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to sex, sex stereotyping, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), race, color, religion, ancestry or national origin, age, disability status, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, protected military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. #J-18808-Ljbffr Piedmont Health Services Inc