WIC Nutritionist

WIC Nutritionist Opportunity

Our mission at Meridian Health Services is to close the gap on access to whole-person healthcare by expanding locations and services so that all people in underserved communities can get quality treatment. You can be a part of our vision to be a leader in the integration of physical, mental, and social health to make a real difference in the lives of others!

You are the professional qualified nutritionist we are looking for at our WIC office in Adams County, Indiana. Our commitment to whole person healthcare and your desire to help change our communities for the better will make us an amazing team!

Qualified Nutritionist key responsibilities:

• Display a positive reflection of the Indiana WIC program, both in the clinic and through community outreach activities, which may include local farmers' market events and collaborations with healthcare providers, non-profit organizations, and other community partners.
• Develop working relationships with other staff and partnering community agencies.
• Maintain a compassionate clinic environment that supports needs of the community.
• Support and promote breastfeeding as the normative infant feeding method within the clinic environment.
• Provide all pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding clients with evidence-based breastfeeding support and education, within the clinic role's scope of practice.
• Follow all policies and procedures of the Indiana WIC program.
• Provide written information to clients regarding Medicaid, agencies that provide drug and substance abuse counseling, and other social service agencies.
• Document required information in the Indiana WIC Management Information System (INWIC MIS) to complete certification and nutrition education contact procedures.
• Complete nutrition assessments and provide nutrition education and referrals tailored to the client's living conditions, nutritional needs, food patterns, preferences, and dietary restrictions.
• Provide individual nutrition counseling for high-risk clients and other clients requiring individual follow-up using a client-centered approach.
• Lead group education classes and maintain related files and records.
• Document assessments (including anthropometrics), education, counseling, and referrals in the INWIC MIS.
• Create and tailor a food prescription using the INWIC MIS that is appropriate to the client's needs.
• Schedule appointments using the Indiana WIC Management Information System (INWIC MIS).
• Ensure confidentiality of applicant and client information in accordance with WIC federal regulation.
• Participate in in-service education and staff meetings.
• Attend off-site conferences and meetings as needed or required by the position.
• Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

We are seeking qualified nutritionist candidates with the following qualities:

• Registered dietician; or
• Registration eligible to take the exam for the Commission on Dietetic Registration; or
• Bachelor's or master's degree in dietetics, nutrition, or nutrition sciences
• Valid driver's license, a driving record meeting Meridian's driving policy, reliable transportation, and proof of auto insurance required.

Why you should choose Meridian for your qualified nutritionist career:

• Unique mission – innovative leader in integrated care and whole person health
• Opportunities for advancement
• Comprehensive benefit package
• 401k with company match
• Professional development funds for licensure and continuing education
• Personal wellness and financial wellness programs
• Merit based compensation plans
• Work-life harmony

Drug screen, TB test, extensive background check, and fingerprinting are required of all Meridian employees. Meridian Health Services recommends that all individuals who join Meridian have a flu shot and Covid vaccination to further protect our staff and the patients we serve. We also adhere to Covid-related protocol including wearing masks, social distancing, and sanitizing.

Meridian Health Services is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V) and also participates in E-Verify.