DIETETIC TECHNICIAN

This employee works with the WIC Program within the Health Department. The employee determines eligibility, obtains anthropometric measures, completes nutrition assessments, and provides nutrition education for participants. Knowledge Nutrition and Dietetics knowledge Motivational Interviewing and participant‑centered counseling skills Infant and child feeding practices – prenatal, post‑partum, and breastfeeding nutritional needs and basics of breastfeeding Reading, literacy, and language skills appropriate for a diverse population Cultural diversity and ability to use interpreter services effectively Adaptability, quick learning of new procedures, and skill at de‑escalating challenging participants Skills Operate computer and basic technology and mathematics Operate infant and adult scales, hemocue and Pronto analyzers, telephone, fax, and copier Abilities Develop nutrition care plans Determine program eligibility and assign appropriate food packages Assist in and develop educational materials that meet the needs of agency service providers and consider various educational, ethnic, and socio‑economic levels Plan and conduct group nutrition education classes Play an active role in the event of a public health emergency Required Credentials Possession of valid registration as a Dietetic Technician with the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. If a Verification Statement of completion of an approved dietetics program is submitted, registration must be obtained within the probationary period. Other Requirements Must have a valid Driver’s License. Environmental Conditions Office/clinic environment; exposure to computer screens; travel between sites; working closely with others. Physical Conditions Duties may require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting or standing for prolonged periods of time; light to moderate lifting. Examples of Work Performed Review health history information and educate clients based on responses. Consider anthropometric data and subjective data obtained from interview when completing assessment. Prescribe appropriate food packages based on client’s age group, category, and medical needs. Make formula changes on food packages based on client needs and/or primary care physician requests, and provide required written documentation per WIC policy. Routinely check fax machine for scripts from health care provider offices, pull chart, notify parents, complete required documentation, and update the WIC system. Use phone interpreter services when language barriers exist and coordinate care for those who speak English as a second language. Discuss and critically evaluate with colleagues to determine the best action for formula changes or breastfeeding issues. Participate in the Farmer’s Market Nutrition Program’s coupon distribution. Process the Missed Text Reminder Report. Perform anthropometrics and hematological data collection, including finger sticks. Obtain health assessment data and provide nutrition consultation to pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, infants, and preschool children. Restock nutrition education materials. Assist in developing nutrition education materials and classes (bulletin boards, PowerPoints, handouts, lesson plans). Provide nutrition education and outreach to community agencies, issue benefits, and explain how to use benefits, program explanations, and participant rights and responsibilities, including scheduling next appointments. Ensure breastfeeding is promoted as the first choice for infant feeding, keeping up‑to‑date with the latest breastfeeding information. Record data on appropriate forms and in the WIC system. Complete applications and determine WIC eligibility. Obtain weight and length measurements and perform hemoglobin tests. Answer phones, make appointments, update participant information, file and pull charts. Probationary Period Six months. Supervision Exercised None. #J-18808-Ljbffr